As repressed sadists are supposed to become policemen or butchers so those with an irrational fear of life become publishers.

Happiness lies in the fulfillment of the spirit through the body.

From now on - specialize; never again make any concession to the ninety-nine percent of you which is like everyon else at the expense of the one percent which is unique.

The reward of art is not fame or success but intoxication.

The true function of a writer is to produce a masterpiece and no other task is of any consequence.

Literature is the art of writing something that will be read twice; journalism what will be grasped at once.

Vulgarity is the garlic in the salad of charm.