The story was such that I couldn't make a graceful ending and then make a graceful new beginning. I could have, but I didn't want to. So, it isn't the most graceful way of writing a story. This new story is, I think, is pretty good stuff. I'm pleased with it anyway.
From Jack Vance
A reader is not supposed to be aware that someone's written the story. He's supposed to be completely immersed, submerged in the environment.
I was an omnivore at reading, so that everything I ever read contributed.
This flattery has been rather slow in coming. I think all of sudden late in life now I'm getting some credit for what I've done. Which is gratifying, but it's kind of a little late.
I was a carpenter for a time and everybody watches what you do.
But I've sure worked at jobs where I have been under inspection.
As I mentioned, I was a carpenter for a time.
These are just the tip of the iceberg, because I read and read and read. I read everything.
It seems to limit you; when you're working in an office, you're a creature in a small cell under somebody's supervision and surveillance.
In fact, almost every job you get somebody watching you.
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