Jean Wilson: Extract Eight

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What would you say that reading gives you?

I think it adds richness to your life, you know? It’s just so much part of it. This might be a bit extreme, but I think if you were prone to depression, it would certainly … you wouldn’t be if you read. I’m a great believer in that. I’m not prone to depression, but there are times when life is tough, and I think reading is a comfort. I think it can be quite a comforting thing to do. It’s just pleasure, isn’t it? It’s indulgence – I feel when I’m reading a book I’m indulging myself. It’s better than eating chocolates! [laughs]