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“I feel sorry for people who have to edit me. Which is why book writing is by far the most enjoyable. Really the only thing it's based on is whether it's good or not. No book editor, in my experience, is getting a manuscript and trying to rewrite it.”

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Chuck Klosterman
Chuck Klosterman

Chuck Klosterman is an American author born on June 5, 1972. Known for his unique perspective and humorous writing style, he has explored a wide range of subjects including popular culture, music, sports, and film, winning the admiration of readers with his work. more

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“Another editor. That thing behind his ear is his pencil. Whenever he finds a bright thing in your manuscript he strikes it out with that. That does him good, and makes him smile and show his teeth, the way he is doing in the picture. This one has just been striking out a smart thing, and now he is sitting there with his thumbs in his vest-holes, gloating. They are full of envy and malice, editors are.”

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