Quote by Virginia Woolf

So I have to create the whole thing afresh for myself each time. Probably all writers now are in the same boat. It is the penalty we pay for breaking with tradition, and the solitude makes the writing more exciting though the being read less so. One ought to sink to the bottom of the sea, probably, and live alone with ones words.

So I have to create the whole thing afresh for myself each t

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In this quote, the author acknowledges the challenging and solitary nature of being a writer who breaks away from traditional norms. They express the notion that creating something original requires starting from scratch with each project, leading to an exhilarating writing experience. However, they also recognize that this uniqueness may result in fewer readers. Despite this, the author suggests that true writers should willingly embrace solitude, immersing themselves in their own thoughts and words, akin to living at the bottom of the sea.

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