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Insights don't usually arrive at my desk, but go into notebooks when i'm on the move. or half-asleep.
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Insights Don't Usually Arrive At My Desk,

Hilary Mantel
Insights don't usually arrive at my desk, but go into notebooks when i'm on the move. or half-asleep.
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