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I was quite a reader before I became a writer.

I was incredibly lucky that my first book found a large and loyal readership. It changed my life - from being a very withdrawn adult to living in Paris as a full-time writer. It has also given me enormous confidence.

My family and friends have been monumentally supportive from well before I was a published author.

My first book was the book that changed my life.

I worked in publishing before I became an author, so I knew how a book gets made.

I became an author because I love words. I enjoyed playing with them when I was a kid, writing stories and plays, and doing whatever I could think to do with words. I kept my love of them growing up and still love to see what they can do.

I am happy because I am no longer an author.

I started out as a novelist and wrote several novels before deciding to publish one, and I fully intend to go back to the form.

I became a writer because I love books, and I believe in their power.

I didn't think I would be an exceptional writer, and I thought I might be a useful publisher. I've never regretted it.