"Substitute "damn" every time you're inclined to write "very"; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be."

-- Mark Twain

#Writing Quotes #Editors Quotes #Crafts Quotes

“The Exorcist doesn't get me, but The Omen does.”
“In the area of species protection, we should concern ourselves with what is right as opposed to what might be easier, or popular in the short term.”
“But self-abasement is just inverted egoism. Anyone who acts with genuine humility will be as far from humiliation as from arrogance.”
“I hope I will always have the chance to play the violin.”
“In general, costumes are the first thing in life that let other people know who we are. They indicate who the person is without saying anything.”
“Much wisdom often goes with fewer words.”
“And what it depends on, of course, is whether the story itself is worth the ethical compromise it requires and whether the competition is onto the story.”
“Don't slag off other creators or companies. We'll cheerfully mock dumb politicians on Twitter, but we try to never slam another creator's work or make fun of another company's projects or initiatives. First, because life's too short. We'd rather use that time to celebrate the fantastic work of colleagues and friends. Second, because it's a small world, and people have long memories. A few snarky words today can ruin a chance for an incredibly rewarding creative partnership tomorrow.”

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