"No, it’s never easier. The new book doesn’t know the first four were ever written."

“No, it’s never easier. The new book doesn’t know the first four were ever written.”

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John Irving (via mttbll)

Personally, I think it DOES easier. In some ways, no, certain aspects of writing never get easier, because each book presents its own challenges. But just finishing that first book, learning that you CAN do it, is a huge step to take. In hindsight it doesn’t necessarily feel easier, but all of the things you have to learn by the time you finish that first book… it’s exponentially gre...