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But I always seem to finish a book and then think, oh God, Ive got to pay a tax bill, so Id better write a novel, so I t
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"But I always seem to finish a book and then think, oh God, I've got to pay a tax bill, so I'd better write a novel, so I tend not to stop and learn word processing"

- Jilly Cooper

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In this quote, author Jilly Cooper is revealing her struggle with balancing her passion for composing with the practicalities of life. She mentions how after completing a book, she is unexpectedly reminded of her tax expense, which acts as a tip of the monetary obligations that feature being an author. This pressure leads her to right away begin writing another novel, instead of putting in the time to find out data processing. This might be seen as a reflection of the constant needs and challenges that writers face, and how they need to continuously handle their innovative pursuits with the truths of the world.

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Jilly Cooper This quote is written / told by Jilly Cooper somewhere between February 21, 1937 and today. She was a famous Author from United Kingdom. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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