I once took great pride in my opulent writing style.
Some of it came from self-worship, re-reading what was written so very self-impressed.
Some of it came from emulation, who wouldn't want pieces of William Gibson on the self-made page?
Most of it came from insecurity.
Too much to prove.
Too little time to do it.
Too much stepping outside and wondering how others will perceive.
Too little time simply using my own voice; no matter how simple, convoluted, weird.
Oh, the arbiters on constant watch.
I have struggled with L.E.
She works much too hard (a laughable charge from me).
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Yes, I think she was a bit over-wrought especially the early stuff, but did get better later. I think too many people are too self conscious when they write: afraid of the grammar nazis, or the literary snobs. Just write is my advice; the truth will come out.
But, I am scared.
I'll hold your hand.
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