Have common sense and stick to the point.

The world is quickly bored by the recital of misfortune, and willing avoids the sight of distress.

Like all weak men he laid an exaggerated stress on not changing one's mind.

People who ask for your criticism want only praise.

The secret of play-writing can be given in two maxims: stick to the point, and, whenever you can, cut.

No woman is worth more than a fiver unless you're in love with her. Then she's worth all she costs you.

The drama is make-believe. It does not deal with truth but with effect.