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E.B. White achieved fame as the author of beloved children’s books such as “Charlotte’s Web” and “Stuart Little.” This quote, said in a 1969 “Paris Review” interview as somewhat of a retort to his editor, also reflects his plain and straightforward writing style. It is as clear as it is acerbic, pragmatic as it is punchy. Though White was talking about his own life as a writer, he also gave us an inspiring and motivating no-nonsense quip for the ages.
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