Harlan Ellison Quotes

The two most common elements in the universe are Hydrogen and stupidity.

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The ability to dream is all I have to give. That is my responsibility; that is my burden. And even I grow tired.

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Thus, from admiration of one wise and innocent child, and from a misheard remark, the process that not even Aristotle could codify was triggered.
Where do you get your ideas?
I purposely mishear things.

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When you're all alone out there, on the end of the typewriter, with each new story a new appraisal by the world of whether you can still get it up or not, arrogance and self-esteem and deep breathing are all you have. It often looks like egomania. I assure you it's the bold coverup of the absolutely terrified.

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Writing a novel is like going a great distance to take a small shit.

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Because the chief commodity a writer has to sell is his courage. And if he has none, he is more than a coward. He is a sellout and a fink and a heretic, because writing is a holy chore.

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Now begin in the middle, and later learn the beginning; the end will take care of itself.

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Who wants a library full of books you've already read?

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You are not entitled to your opinion. You are entitled to your informed opinion. No one is entitled to be ignorant.

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Posing the question: does the god of love use underarm deodorant, vaginal spray and fluoride toothpaste?

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I can't picture in my mind three hundred and sixty thousand dollars... When I think of it, all I can see in my mind is a big nickel.

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