Quote by William Styron

I get a fine warm feeling when I'm doing well, but that pleasure is pretty much negated by the pain of getting started each day. Let's face it, writing is hell.

I get a fine warm feeling when I'm doing well, but that plea

Summary

This quote expresses the conflicting emotions that arise from the process of writing. While there is a sense of satisfaction and warmth when the author is doing well and making progress, this positive feeling is counteracted by the challenges and difficulty of starting each day. The quote acknowledges that writing can be a painful and grueling experience, suggesting that the overall journey of writing is filled with both pleasure and torment.

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By William Styron

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