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Quote by George Bancroft

“In nine times out of ten, the slanderous tongue belongs to a disappointed person.”

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George Bancroft was an American historian renowned for his in-depth research into early American history. His work, 'A History of the United States', had a profound impact on American historical education. more

“I think any writer is a fool if he doesn't do it for money. There needs to be some kind of incentive in addition to the project. It all goes together. It's fun to sit there and think of characters and get them into action, then be paid for it. I can't believe it when writers tell me 'I don't want to show my work to anybody'.”

Ifs Thinking Want Needs Believe Kind I Can Character Shows Action Together Fun Fool Projects Paid Incentives

Author:Elmore Leonard

“Everyone has his own sound. I'm not going to presume how to tell anybody how to write.”

Writing Sound

Author:Elmore Leonard

“I do have fun writing, and a long time ago, I told myself, 'You got to have fun at this, or it'll drive you nuts.'”

Writing Long Fun Long Time Having Fun Nuts Long Time Ago

Author:Elmore Leonard

“I don't get in a position to be frightened. I don't do anything dangerous, and I always pay my bills.”

Pay Dangerous Position Bills Frightened

Author:Elmore Leonard

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