Critics themselves, they used to tear me up.

If the public likes you, you're good.

The first chapter sells the book; the last chapter sells the next book.

Inspiration is an empty bank account.

Stephen King. Now I'm not crazy about him, but he's a great a writer.

I have no fans. You know what I got? Customers. And customers are your friends.

If the public likes you, you're good. Shakespeare was a common, down-to-earth writer in his day.