Writing is like carrying a fetus.
Meaning of the quote
Writing a story or a book is like having a baby growing inside you. Just as a baby develops and changes over time in a mother's womb, a writer's ideas and words also grow and change as they work on their writing. It's a delicate process that requires patience, care, and nurturing, just like a pregnancy. The writer must carefully shape and mold their work, much like a mother caring for her unborn child.
About Edna O’Brien
Edna O’Brien was an acclaimed Irish novelist, memoirist, and short story writer. Her works often explored the inner lives and challenges faced by women in Ireland. She was a trailblazer, breaking taboos and winning numerous prestigious awards over her long, distinguished career.
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