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I can't explain inspiration. a writer is either compelled to write or not. and if i waited for inspiration i wouldn't really be a writer.
-Toni Morrison
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I Can't Explain Inspiration. A Writer Is

Toni Morrison
I can't explain inspiration. a writer is either compelled to write or not. and if i waited for inspiration i wouldn't really be a writer.
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