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“It seems like many people think that if you drive yourself crazy, then you can write. I’m absolutely not interested in that. It made sense to me to be as whole and well as I could be, and as happy. I wanted to see what a fortunate life would produce. What writing would come out of a mind that didn’t try to torment itself? What did I have to know? What did I have to do rather than what can I torment and bend myself into doing? What was the fruit on that tree?”

Quote by Kay Ryan

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Kay Ryan is a renowned American contemporary poet, born on September 21, 1945. Her poetry is known for its simplicity and depth, and has been widely praised for its unique perspective and stylistic approach. She has received numerous literary awards and is considered an important figure in the American poetry scene. more

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