This collection of more than five hundred quotations captures the wisdom and wit of the world's greatest writers, from Mark Twain to Mary Higgins Clark. Included are comments on the craft from:Red SmithIsaac Bashevis SingerDorothy ParkerTom WolfeMichael CrichtonIan McEwanSylvia PlathSimone de BeauvoirToni MorrisonTim O'BrienAnd many othersTHE QUOTABLE WRITER includes sections on writing habits, finding the muse, transcending writer's block, dealing with editors, facing the critics, working with Hollywood, as well as managing success and rejection. This compilation is sure to inspire, entertain, and enlighten writers and readers everywhere. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.