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Do be kind to yourself. fill pages as quickly as possible; double space, or write on every second line. regard every new page as a small triumph. until you get to page 50. then calm down, and start worrying about the quality. do feel anxiety - it's the job.
-Roddy Doyle
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Do Be Kind To Yourself. Fill Pages

Roddy Doyle
Do be kind to yourself. fill pages as quickly as possible; double space, or write on every second line. regard every new page as a small triumph. until you get to page 50. then calm down, and start worrying about the quality. do feel anxiety - it's the job.
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