Quote by Anne Tyler

But what I hope for from a book - either one that I write or one that I read - is transparency. I want the story to shine through. I don't want to think of the writer.

But what I hope for from a book - either one that I write or

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their desire for transparency in books, whether they are the author or the reader. They value a story that shines through without the interference of the writer's presence. The quote suggests that the speaker seeks immersion in the narrative, where their focus is solely on the story itself and not diverted by thoughts or considerations of the author's identity or influence.

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