If you're a writer, you've chosen art as a way of life. You must accept that some will like your work and others will not. It's the life you chose, so live with it and don't complain. — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
Why do I love writing? I can be who I want, do what I want, hurt who I want, and make the world over,… — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
Having a dog or cat will open your heart. Reading a book will open your mind. Having both a pet and a book... absolute… — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
“The irony of writing is that it's a solitary profession in which the lone writer tries to address universal human concerns.” — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
“Standing in the corner, leaning aginst the wall, is a fifth man. If Grange is a Hummer, this guy's an 18-wheel Mack truck, thinks Roddy. Parked, with its engine idling. He reminds Roddy of Ivan Drago from that Rocky movie. The guy must stand six five and tip the scales at 270. Pure, rock-hard muscle. His crew-cut blond hair is… — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share
“A novel is the final common pathway of a writer's experiences, fears, wishes, thoughts, feelings & fantasies. All is distilled in a novel.” — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
“Don't write for the market or for others. Write what you know, love and above all, write what you would love to read.” — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
Listening is crucial for any novelist. Stories & ideas abound. We too often talk about ourselves & block out the richness others may offer. — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
“A writer should be on a quest to get better and better with each book. May it be a never-ending quest.” — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image
“Ir you're a writer, reading is part of your job description. ~ Mark Rubinstein” — Mark Rubinstein Copy Share Image