Sara Paretsky

I realised I'd never climb Everest but thought I could still write a book. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I spent 10 years as a marketing manager. I've found my experience in the financial world invaluable background for writing about white-collar crimes. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I thought it was time for a tough, smart, likable female private investigator, and that's how VI came to life. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I went to college at the University of Kansas, where I got a degree in political science. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I wish I could remember where I put things. I spend half my life looking for my keys. With the other half I look for my glasses. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I'm a daydreamer. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I'm lucky in having found the perfect partner to spend my life with. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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I'm very honoured that there is a loyal following and I hope it continues. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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It took me nine months to write 60 pages. It was very frustrating. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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Most people don't have the money to spend on advertising to create awareness among readers, nor do they have the contacts at newspapers or magazines to get their books reviewed. ↗

— Sara Paretsky

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