“Please don't entertain for a moment the utterly mistaken idea that there is no drudgery in writing. There is a great deal of drudgery in even the most inspired, the most noble, the most distinguished writing. Read what the great ones have said about their jobs; how they never sit down to their work without a sigh of distress and never get up from it witout a sigh of relief. Do you imagine that your Muse is forever flamelike -- breathing the inspired word, the wonderful situation, the superb solution into your attentive ear? ... Believe me, my poor boy, if you wait for inspiration in our set-up, you'll wait for ever.”
Quote by Ngaio Marsh
Work
Death on the Air and Other Stories
This book is a compilation of short stories that delve into themes of suspense and mystery, offering readers a variety of intriguing and thought-provoking tales. more
Author
Ngaio Marsh
Ngaio Marsh, a renowned British detective fiction writer, was born on April 23, 1895, in New Zealand, and passed away on February 18, 1982. Her works are known for their intricate plots and complex character development, having a profound impact on the development of detective fiction. more
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