“Nobody reads a mystery to get to the middle. They read it to get to the end. If it's a letdown, they won't buy anymore. The first page sells that book. The last page sells your next book.”
Quote by Mickey Spillane
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Mickey Spillane
Mickey Spillane, born Michael Spillane, was an American author known for his hard-boiled detective novels. His works are characterized by their action-packed and violent plots, complex character development, and unique narrative style. Spillane's most famous work is the series about detective Sam Spade, with 'I, the Jury' being the first book in the series. His writing style had a profound impact on detective novels and popular culture that followed. more
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