Lois McMaster Bujold, American novelist
(born: Lois Joy McMaster)
born:
November 2, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio, USA
known for (among others):
The Mountains of Mourning, The Curse of Chalion, Paladin of Souls
web site: http://dendarii.com/
Amazon: Lois McMaster Bujold
I began my writing career in a very isolated place and time.
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For me, writing is more a process of discovering the book than planning it.
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Escapist literature gets a bad rap. But I think escape is important for a lot of people in a lot of places.
Which is your favourite quote by Lois McMaster Bujold? 🙂
My train of thoughts on... 
I agree with the third one… I definitely read and write to escape from the real world, from my personal difficulties, and from things like the US election and other atrocities.
Great choice, Ali. Here’s to our literary escapes!
I’m with #2 today Karen. 🙂
Excellent choice, Debby. 🙂
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The second quote – definitely! That is me all over 🙂
Definitely a guarantee for great stories, Helen. 🙂
So true 😀 thanks, Karen x
Number 2 is great, but number 3 is my favorite.
Great choices, Craig. I am glad you like them.
“For me, writing is more a process of discovering the book than planning it.” This one speaks to me loudly.
This is an excellent choice, John. This discovering process leads to memorable stories.
Thanks, Karen. 🙂