“Increase your word power. Words are the raw material of our craft. The greater your vocabulary, the more effective your writing. We who write in English are fortunate to have the richest and most versatile language in the world. Respect it.” - P.D. James
Born in 1920 and a high school dropout (who left school to support her impoverished family), James is one of the most celebrated crime writers in history. Mostly self-taught, her works have been lauded by critics and readers alike, who rewarded her by purchasing more than 13 million of her books (to date).
Conferred with a life peerage by Queen Elizabeth (giving her the title of Barnoness) for her contributions to literature and the British Empire, Jamess served in the House of Lords for several years and continued writing right up to her death in 2014.
"God gives every bird his worm," she said, "but He does not throw it into the nest."
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