If I need something, I'll invent it.
The first page sells this book. The last page sells your next book.
Mike Hammer drinks beer because I can't spell Cognac.
I'm actually a softie. Tough guys get killed too early... I've got a full head of hair and don't wear eyeglasses.
I know an awful lot of Hollywood people, who are so self-important, I can't understand it.
If the public likes you, you're good. Shakespeare was a common, down-to-earth writer in his day.