The pain of severe depression is quite unimaginable to those who have not suffered it.
A great book should leave you with many experiences, and slightly exhausted at the end. You live several lives while reading.
I think it's unfortunate to have critics for friends.
Wickedly funny to read and morally bracing as only good satire can be.
Let's face it, writing is hell.
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.