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When a story is flying along, and I'm so into it that my 'real' world goes away, it can feel magical. I cease to be, my desk and computer ceases to be, and I am my character in his world. Psychologists call this a 'flow state,' and it's better than publication, money, awards, fame.
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"When a story is flying along, and I'm so into it that my 'real' world goes away, it can feel magical. I cease to be, my desk and computer ceases to be, and I am my character in his world. Psychologists call this a 'flow state,' and it's better than publication, money, awards, fame."
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When a story is flying along, and I'm so into it that my 'real' world goes away, it can feel magical. I cease to be, my desk and computer ceases to be, and I am my character in his world. Psychologists call this a 'flow state,' and it's better than publication, money, awards, fame. — Nancy Kress

About Nancy Kress

Nancy Kress was a Writer from United States (1948–present).

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Who said "When a story is flying along, and I'm so into it that my 'real' world goes away…"?
This quote is attributed to Nancy Kress, a Writer from United States.
When did Nancy Kress live?
Nancy Kress lived from 1948 – present.
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