KATHERINE MANSFIELD

I’ve finished my new book. Finished last night at 10.30. Laid down the pen after writing ‘Thanks be to God’. I wish there was a God. I am longing to (l) praise him (2) thank him. The title is At The Bay. Thats the name of the very long story in it, a continuation of ‘Prelude’. Its about 60 pages. I’ve been at it all last night. My precious children have sat in here playing cards. I’ve wandered about all sorts of places - in and out. I hope it is good. It is as good as I can do and all my heart and soul is in it - every single bit. Oh God, I hope it gives pleasure to someone …