To be an honest writer, you have to be away from home, and totally alone in life.

Miguel Syjuco
To be an honest writer, you have to be away...
To be an honest writer, you have to be away...
To be an honest writer, you have to be away...
To be an honest writer, you have to be away...
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You have to be away from home, and totally alone in life. The quote is saying that if you want to be a writer, you have to leave home and be totally alone. If you are not completely alone, your words will not be completely honest.

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