C. J. Cherryh
1942
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Quotes
Biography
C. J. Cherryh, an American science fiction and fantasy author, was born Carolyn Janice Cherry on September 1, 1942. She is known for her extensive body of work in speculative fiction, including the Hugo Award-winning novels 'Downbelow Station' and 'Cyteen'. Cherryh's writing often explores themes of politics, culture, and human nature, and she is celebrated for her intricate world-building and complex characters.
Famous Quotes (5)
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It is perfectly okay to write garbage – as long as you edit brilliantly.
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Do not be angry with the world if it does not fit your vision. It is the way it is supposed to be. The universe is not on your side, nor is it against you. It is merely indifferent.
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Duty is the great leveller.
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Perfection is an unattainable goal. It isn't going to be perfect. Just get words down on paper, and when you stumble to what you think is the end of the book, you will have hundreds of pages of words that came out of your head.
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All power corrupts, but we need the electricity.