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Francine Prose is an American author born on April 1, 1947. Her works span across various genres including novels, non-fiction, and children's literature, known for her unique literary style and profound insights.

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“I can no more reread my own books than I can watch old home movies or look at snapshots of myself as a child. I wind up sitting on the floor, paralyzed by grief and nostalgia.”

Looks Children I Can Book Home My Own Grief Watches Wind Sitting Nostalgia Paralyzed Snapshots

Author:Francine Prose

“I’ve always found that the better the book I’m reading, the smarter I feel, or, at least, the more able I am to imagine that I might, someday, become smarter.”

Feels Book Might Able Reading Found Imagine Someday Imagine That Smarter

Book:Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them

Source: Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them

“Like most-maybe all- writers, I learned to write by writing and, by example, by reading books.”

Writing Book Reading Example Inspire Reading Books Creative Writing

Book:Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them

Source: Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them

About the Author

Born: April 1, 1947
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 43

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Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write ThemRelated source material

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