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“Publishers are thieves, they are on the other side of the barricade.”

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Paul Bowles was an American composer known for his unique musical style and modern interpretations of traditional music. His works combined elements of classical, jazz, and world music, showcasing a rich imagination in music. more

“Right now-whether you're in writing courses getting "paid" in credit for writing, or burdened and distracted by earning a living and changing diapers-figure out how to make writing an integral part of your life. Publication is good, and gives you the courage to go on, but publication is not as important as the act of writing.”

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Author:Janet Burroway

“A character is never the author who created him. It is quite likely, however, that an author may be all his characters simultaneously.”

Writing May Character

Book:The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt

Source: The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt

“All writing, all art, is an act of faith. If one tries to contribute to human understanding, how can that be called decadent? It's like saying a declaration of love is an act of decadence. Any work of art, provide it springs from a sincere motivation to further understanding between people, is an act of faith and therefore is an act of love.”

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Book:Truman Capote: Conversations

Source: Truman Capote: Conversations

“The novel can't compete with cars, the movies, television, and liquor. A guy who's had a good feed and tanked up on good wine gives his old lady a kiss after supper and his day is over. Finished.”

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Author:Louis-Ferdinand Celine

“The pen is the tongue of the soul; as are the thoughts engendered there, so will be the things written.”

Writing Soul Written Tongue Pens

Book:The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha

Source: The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha

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