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James Ellroy

I like to be alone so I can write. But focus can hurt you. I don't want to be some stress casualty in early middle age.

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James Ellroy values solitude for writing because it helps him concentrate, yet he recognizes that intense focus can lead to stress and health problems. He wants to avoid becoming overwhelmed by pressure as he gets older, especially in his middle years.

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