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That, for me, is a very important test of a young writers commitment because most of them are going to have to continue
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"That, for me, is a very important test of a young writer's commitment because most of them are going to have to continue doing that when they've finished the program"

- Tobias Wolff

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Tobias Wolff is recommending that a young author's commitment to their craft is evaluated by their determination to continue composing even after they have actually completed a program. He believes that this is a crucial procedure of an author's commitment, as it reveals that they are willing to keep composing even when they are no longer in a structured program. This is a testimony to their enthusiasm for writing and their commitment to their craft. Wolff is stressing the value of continuing to compose even after a program has actually ended, as it is a sign of a real dedication to writing. He believes that this is a key sign of a young writer's commitment to their craft and is a crucial test of their devotion.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Tobias Wolff somewhere between June 19, 1945 and today. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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