I think I have become a better writer since having children. It improves creativity, particularly because once you have children it makes you realise the story isn't about you. (Louise Doughty)

I think I have become a better writer since having children. It improves creativity, particularly because once you have children it makes you realise the story isn't about you.

Louise Doughty

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