“The most important lesson in the writing trade is that any manuscript is improved if you cut away the fat.”
Quote by Robert A. Heinlein
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Robert A. Heinlein
Robert A. Heinlein was an American science fiction writer, hailed as a master in the field of science fiction. His works have had a profound impact on the development of science fiction literature, with classics such as 'Starship Troopers' and 'The Time Machine'. more
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