What's terrible is to pretend that second-rate is first-rate. To pretend that you don't need love when you do; or you like your work when you know quite well you're capable of better.
I guess Lieutenant Dan figured there's some things you just can't change. He didn't want to be called crippled, just like I didn't want to be called stupid.
I'm always looking for new challenges, new ways to push myself creatively.
The most alluring thing a woman can have is confidence.
"Writing is not a performance, it's a generosity."