I read it (my story) aloud a lot, and that helps me. It's not so useful for a writer of novels, but for me reading aloud as I work helps me know if it's right. (Grace Paley)

I read it (my story) aloud a lot, and that helps me. It's not so useful for a writer of novels, but for me reading aloud as I work helps me know if it's right.

Grace Paley

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