Thousands of people have talent. I might as well congratulate you for having eyes in your head. The one and only thing that counts is: Do you have staying power?

How about slipping out of those wet things and into a dry Martini?

As one gets older, one discovers everything is going to be exactly the same with different hats on.

My body has certainly wandered a good deal, but I have an uneasy suspicion that my mind has not wandered enough.

You always ought to have tom cats arranged, you know - it makes 'em more companionable.

What I adore is supreme professionalism. I’m bored by writers who can write only when it’s raining.

I want a horse and plough, Chickens too, Just one cow, With a wistful moo.