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“I think it's harder than ever to be an artist. I think that you end up, especially as a middle-aged person, you pay such big consequences for saying, 'I'm just going to devote my life to making art,' or 'I'm going to devote my life to writing novels.' You end up with no resources.”

Quote by Dana Spiotta

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Dana Spiotta is an American author known for her unique narrative techniques and profound insights into modern life. Her works often focus on complex interpersonal relationships and the psychological state of contemporary society. more

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