Writing is like a bird-watcher watching for birds: the stories are there: you just have to train yourself to look for them.
Barbara MertzThe only people who are not in awe of Emerson's powerful voice and well-nigh superhuman strength are the members of his own family. He is aware of this, and often complains about it; so from time to time I like to put on a little show of being intimidated. 'Proceed, my dear,' I said apologetically.
Barbara MertzNow, Mama, Papa, and sir," said Ramses, "please withdraw to the farthest corner and crouch down with your backs turned. It is as I feared; we will never break through by this method. The walls are eight feet thick. Fortunately I brought along a little nitroglycerin--" "Oh, good Gad," shrieked Inspector Cuff.
Barbara MertzThere are too many people in the world as it is, but the supply of ancient manuscripts is severely limited.
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