I Try To Leave Out The Parts

Don't Worry About What Your Mother Thinks Of Your Language.

All The Information You Need Can Be Given In Dialogue.

My Most Important Rule Is One That Sums Up The 10: If It Sounds Like Writing, I Rewrite It.

These Are Rules I've Picked Up Along The Way To Help Me Remain Invisible When I'm Writing A Book, To Help Me Show Rather Than Tell What's Taking Place In The Story.

I Left Advertising As Fast As I Could In 1961. And I Haven't Ever Thought About Going Back.