Quote by Virginia Woolf

Nothing induces me to read a novel except when I have to make money by writing about it. I detest them.

Nothing induces me to read a novel except when I have to mak

Summary

This quote expresses the aversion the speaker has towards reading novels, except in the rare circumstances where they can benefit financially by writing about them. It showcases a strong dislike for novels, suggesting that the speaker finds no personal enjoyment or interest in reading them. The quote implies that the speaker's motive for reading novels is purely driven by monetary gain, and otherwise, they are detested.

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By Virginia Woolf

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