Quote by Flannery O'Connor

Writing a novel is a terrible experience, during which the hair often falls out and the teeth decay.

Writing a novel is a terrible experience, during which the h

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This quote by Flannery O'Connor highlights the challenging and often arduous process of writing a novel. O'Connor refers to it as a "terrible experience" suggesting that it can be emotionally and mentally trying. The image of hair falling out and teeth decaying vividly depicts the toll it takes on a writer, emphasizing the inner struggles and sacrifices involved in the creative process. It serves as a reminder that the pursuit of crafting a novel is often filled with hardships and sacrifices that may warrant enduring physical and emotional discomfort.

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