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“No one is born with greed, prejudice, bigotry, patriotism and hatred; these are all learned behavior patterns.” — Art of Quotation

“No one is born with greed, prejudice, bigotry, patriotism and hatred; these are all learned behavior patterns.” Jacque Fresco, author, activist via “No one is born with greed, prejudice, bigotry, patriotism and hatred; these are all learned behavior patterns.” — Art of Quotation

“Unsolicited advice is the junk mail of life.” — Art of Quotation

Unsolicited advice is the junk mail of life. Bernard Williams, English, philosopher via “Unsolicited advice is the junk mail of life.” — Art of Quotation

NOVEL Transcript Reading: DILLON, by Satoko Silverberg

Dillon Buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Dillon-Satoko-Silverberg-ebook/dp/B07T4VDRC2 Synopsis: A seductive older widow from New York’s Upper East Side is gifted a most spiteful dog from the local pound. She dubs the scrawny and inelegant creature Dillon—a name fit for a lion. As she falls in love with a debonair and quite well-connected magnate, the dog quickly becomes… Continue reading NOVEL Transcript Reading: DILLON, by Satoko Silverberg

SHORT STORY Reading: WHO IS SHE?, by Camille Sanghera

Performed by Allison Kampf Based on true events, this story is part of a larger narrative about love, friendship, and crime. In the short, 400-word version, you get a glimpse into the mind of the main character, Marley, as she composes herself in the bathroom of a club while her unassuming husband waits for her… Continue reading SHORT STORY Reading: WHO IS SHE?, by Camille Sanghera

“…when catastrophes of unbelievable proportions occur weekly…. The most effective response to the chaos in our lives is the creation of new forms of literature, music, poetry, art and cinema.” — Art of Quotation

“We live in an era when established values are no longer valid, when prodigious discoveries are being made every year, when catastrophes of unbelievable proportions occur weekly. In ancient Greek the word “chaos” means “gaping void” or “yawning emptiness.” The most effective response to the chaos in our lives is the creation of new forms […]… Continue reading “…when catastrophes of unbelievable proportions occur weekly…. The most effective response to the chaos in our lives is the creation of new forms of literature, music, poetry, art and cinema.” — Art of Quotation

“Any man who needs to surround himself with loyal acolytes doesn’t really believe in himself. And if he doesn’t believe in himself, why should I?” — Art of Quotation

“Any man who needs to surround himself with loyal acolytes doesn’t really believe in himself. And if he doesn’t believe in himself, why should I?” ― Ken Follett, writer, quote from World Without End via “Any man who needs to surround himself with loyal acolytes doesn’t really believe in himself. And if he doesn’t believe in… Continue reading “Any man who needs to surround himself with loyal acolytes doesn’t really believe in himself. And if he doesn’t believe in himself, why should I?” — Art of Quotation

”Happiness never decreases by being shared.” — Art of Quotation

“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” Gautama Buddha via ”Happiness never decreases by being shared.” — Art of Quotation

“It comes down to reality, and it’s fine with me cause I’ve let it slide… I don’t have any reasons. I left them all behind. I’m in a New York state of mind.” — Art of Quotation

It comes down to reality, and it’s fine with me cause I’ve let it slide. I don’t care if it’s Chinatown or on Riverside. I don’t have any reasons. I left them all behind. I’m in a New York state of mind. songwriter and performer Billy Joel, song quote from New York State of Mind, […]… Continue reading “It comes down to reality, and it’s fine with me cause I’ve let it slide… I don’t have any reasons. I left them all behind. I’m in a New York state of mind.” — Art of Quotation

In Memory: “the best writing usually comes from the heart.” — Art of Quotation

“Whenever you think you’re writing what other people want to hear from you, and that it’ll be commercial, you’re doomed to disaster. Writing has to be as truthful and specific as we can make it. The minute we think that we’re reaching more people and pleasing them, we get general. And audiences sense that and […]… Continue reading In Memory: “the best writing usually comes from the heart.” — Art of Quotation

“…In a surprising twist, relentless connection leads to a new solitude.” — Art of Quotation

”Technology promises to let us do anything from anywhere with anyone. But it also drains us as we try to do everything everywhere. In a surprising twist, relentless connection leads to a new solitude.“ Terrence McNally, playwright via “…In a surprising twist, relentless connection leads to a new solitude.” — Art of Quotation