Writing is an undertaking for the modest.

Any writer overwhelmingly honest about pleasing himself is almost sure to please others.

There never was a war that was not inward; I must fight till I have conquered in myself what causes war.

Life is energy, and energy is creativity. And even when individuals pass on, the energy is retained in the work of art, locked in it and awaiting release if only someone will take the time and the care to unlock it.

[The] whirlwind fife-and-drum of the storm bends the salt marsh grass, disturbs stars in the sky and the star on the steeple; it is a privilege to see so much confusion.

Superior people never make long visits.

Your thorns are the best part of you.