After all, reading is arguably a far more creative and imaginative process than writing; when the reader creates emotion in their head, or the colors of the sky during the setting sun, or the smell of a warm summer's breeze on their face, they should reserve as much praise for themselves as they do for the writer - perhaps more. Jasper Fforde
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If we talk about creativity and imagination, it is the reader's imagination that creates the emotion in the reader's head. And, if we talk about praise, we should praise ourselves for creating such a wonderful piece of work.

Source: The Well Of Lost Plots

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