The writing of a novel or short story or poem or whatever should elevate the audience, not drag the writer down to some level beneath herself. (Caitlín R. Kiernan)

The writing of a novel or short story or poem or whatever should elevate the audience, not drag the writer down to some level beneath herself.

Caitlín R. Kiernan

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