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Quote by Markus Zusak

“I like to tell students, 'I didn't burst on to the literary scene.' I'm never good at things at the beginning. I was terrible at the start. I need to work and work.”

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Markus Zusak

Markus Zusak, born on June 23, 1975, is an acclaimed Australian author known for his unique narrative style and profound thematic insights. His works have garnered widespread praise from readers and critics alike. more

“I procrastinate in spades. In my defence, I also try to have all other distractions solved before I can concentrate on writing. My small theory is that to write for three hours, you need to feel like you have three days. To write for three days, you need to feel like you've got three weeks, and so on.”

Needs Feels Writing Trying I Can Three Hours Week Theory Like You Distraction Defence Procrastinating Spades

Author:Markus Zusak

“I think to be writer you have to enjoy being alone. I was a loner as a teenager and was always drawn to characters in books and films who were at the fringes.”

Thinking Book Character Film Enjoy Teenager Fringe Loner

Author:Markus Zusak

“God works wonders now and then; Behold a lawyer, an honest man.”

Men God Funny Law Liberty Wonder Honest Honesty Humorous Lawyer Now And Then Honest Man

Author:Benjamin Franklin

“Living in Sydney, I've taken the chance to start surfing again. One of my best memories of growing up is catching my first proper wave and surfing across it and my brother cheering at me from the shore.”

Firsts Memories Chance Growing Up Taken Growing Brother Wave My Brother Shore Cheer Surfing Catching Sydney Best Memories

Author:Markus Zusak