Quote by Helen Fielding

I was writing an earnest novel about cruises in the Caribbean and I just started writing 'Bridget Jones' to get some money, to finance this earnest work, and then I chucked it out.

I was writing an earnest novel about cruises in the Caribbea

Summary

This quote highlights the author's decision to temporarily deviate from their original novel project in order to write "Bridget Jones." The author acknowledges that they started writing "Bridget Jones" with the intention of generating income to fund their more serious literary pursuit. However, they ultimately decided to abandon it, implying that their commitment to their earnest novel won over financial considerations. This quote touches upon the creative process, financial realities, and the author's priorities in pursuing their artistic endeavors.

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By Helen Fielding

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