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When I write a story, I have no idea what I'm doing. All I know is that I want to share something with my readers. The whole idea of writing is this place where you lose control, where you're irresponsible - it's a very liberating place.
Etgar Keret
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"When I write a story, I have no idea what I'm doing. All I know is that I want to share something with my readers. The whole idea of writing is this place where you lose control, where you're irresponsible - it's a very liberating place."
— Etgar Keret

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When I write a story, I have no idea what I'm doing. All I know is that I want to share something with my readers. The whole idea of writing is this place where you lose control, where you're irresponsible - it's a very liberating place. — Etgar Keret

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Etgar Keret was a Writer from Israel (1967–present).

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Who said "When I write a story, I have no idea what I'm doing. All I know is that I want…"?
This quote is attributed to Etgar Keret, a Writer from Israel.
When did Etgar Keret live?
Etgar Keret lived from 1967 – present.