The only important thing in a book is the meaning that it ha... - W. Somerset Maugham

"I can imagine no more comfortable frame of mind for the conduct of life than a humorous resignation."

"Every production of an artist should be the expression of an adventure of his soul."

"I write only when inspiration strikes. Fortunately it strikes every morning at nine o'clock sharp."

"When you choose your friends, don't be short-changed by choosing personality over character."

"You are not angry with people when you laugh at them. Humor teaches tolerance."