I think it's a question which particularly arises over women writers: whether it's better to have a happy life or a good supply of tragic plots. (Wendy Cope)

I think it's a question which particularly arises over women writers: whether it's better to have a happy life or a good supply of tragic plots.

Wendy Cope

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