As a writer, I have these wild dreams of someday putting something on paper that people quote forever (or misquote forever).

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A one-man show, a box of old stories, and the strange intimacy of talking to a room full of strangers.

honesty and beautiful writing." They also inspired her to write Syme's Letter Writer: A Guide to Modern Correspondence, published in January. The book offers tips on how to find a penpal and write a ...

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From his childhood, Samuel Clemens was devoted to showmanship, exaggeration and the joy of a tall tale.

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Let’s look at seven quotes from individuals who used adversity ... Angelou became involved in the civil rights movement and became a prolific writer. Throughout her life, she has inspired ...