I first enjoyed this book as a recent acquisition of our public library. Liked it so much I had to have a copy of my own, so I ordered it from Amazon. It's a handy-sized hardcover with 212 pages of quotes from various writers, modern and historical. It also contains many graphic depictions of writers, and all of the pages are printed on smooth glossy paper, which adds to the weight of the book. Some of the quotations seem to contradict the quotes of others, but isn't that what you would expect, since few writers would agree with universal rules that would apply to every author of fiction? So, disagree with some if you will, but I think you'll find most of the quotes worth remembering. I have many favorites myself, but I find myself attracted to one from Jean Rhys: "I like shape very much. A novel has to have shape, and life doesn't have any."
Although there are chapters devoted to quotations about poetry and letter-writing, the bulk of it is devoted to various aspects of writing fiction.
I think you'll find this book is a "keeper" and worth your money.
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