The secret of play-writing can be given in two maxims: stick to the point, and, whenever you can, cut. — W. Somerset Maugham Copy Share Image
One usually dislikes a play while writing it, but afterward it grows on one. Let others judge and make decisions, — Anton Chekhov Copy Share Image
... there is ... a big aspect of play in writing novels, and making the story more and more elaborate is just… — Gish Jen Copy Share Image
There are so many rules about play writing. I'd have a nervous breakdown if I followed them. — Terrence McNally Copy Share Image
Nothing makes me happier than writing a song that I think is good or that I want to play. Writing songs helps… — Nina Nesbitt Copy Share Image
Even though I was trained in play writing and screenwriting, when I sat down to write a comic book for the first… — Brian K. Vaughan Copy Share Image
New songs are why artists go on the road. That's why I go on the road. It's a three-prong play. Writing: You're… — Jon Bon Jovi Copy Share Image
Growing up, I loved to play. Writing was a natural outtake of play. I realize now, having kids, that maybe that's unusual.… — Anthony Doerr Copy Share Image
I thought a director was like a pillow who sat under the writer, supporting them and submitting to their vision. It took… — John Tiffany Copy Share Image
What I'm really involved in when I'm writing is something that no one ever mentions when they see any play. Writing is… — Wallace Shawn Copy Share Image
