Book Quote by Len Deighton

“Anyone can write one book; for instance even politicians do it! Starting a second book reveals an intention to be a professional writer”

— Len Deighton

Publishing a book is a very different thing than writing one.

— Tara Westover

I know very well that one cannot become an author by just writing a book.

— Navya Nair

You write one book and you're ready for fame and fortune. I don't know that people are spending the time and attention on learning…

— Sue Grafton

I always grew up with the idea that in order to be a successful writer, I should have a book published.

— Leandra Medine

Many, many people can write books. I just happen to be one of them.

— Michael Ian Black

One of the things I've tried to do in my career is really write different kinds of books, so I'm able to broaden people's…

— Lauren Oliver

“To the people who insist they really do have a great idea but they just can't write, I'd say that given some of the…

— Iain Banks

If you can start and finish a book, then you're already a million miles ahead of all those people who talk about wanting to…

— Lisa Jewell

Book writing is not a get-rich-quick scheme. Anyone who decides to write a book must expect to invest a lot of time and effort…

— Dan Poynter

“Writing a book is a tremendous experience. It pays off intellectually. It clarifies your thinking. It builds credibility. It is a living engine of…

— Seth Godin

Books are peculiar. When you write one, you also have to find things that make headlines.

— Luca Toni