01UndatedCriticism can never instruct or benefit you. Its chief effect is that of a telegram with dubious news. Praise leaves no glow behind, for it is a writer's habit to remember nothing good of himself. I have usually forgotten those who have admired my work, and seldom anyone who disliked it. Obviously, this is because praise is never enough and censure always too much.Ben Hecht / quote ↗
05UndatedWhat better is there to sigh for than happiness, yesterday's or tomorrow's.Ben Hecht / quote ↗
