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List of Alan Dean Foster Quotes

Explore our hand-picked selection of 33 inspiring quotes by Alan Dean Foster.

About Alan Dean Foster

  • Born: November 18, 1946
  • Occupation: Author
    • I write early in the morning, usually after reading portions of at least half a dozen newspapers on the web.
    Morning Reading Writing
    In loquaciousness lay insanity.
    Insanity Lays
    There is nothing in art, in philosophy, or in politics to match the fervor of mutual cooperation among discordant bands of fanatics.
    Art Philosophy Band
    Advances have fallen, generally, for everything except the biggest potential bestsellers. given all the changes, both economic and technological, sf hasn't done too badly.
    Done Economic Given
    I've been writing full-time since 1978.
    Writing
    Growing up, i never gave a thought to being a writer. all i ever wanted to be was a traveler and explorer. science-fiction allowed me to go places that were otherwise inaccessible, which is why i started reading it.
    Travel Growing Up Reading
    I have a bad tendency to get rapidly bored with my own material, so rewriting is hard for me. i mean, i already know the story and would rather read something new.
    Book Reading Mean
    I see the jedi mission as giving up a normal life in exchange for protecting the innocent. it's a life of sacrifice. there are rewards, but also a certain degree of sterility.
    Giving Up Sacrifice Degrees
    Besides the mistakes that are pointed out, i love the way readers become involved with the characters. when readers start asking about character motivations instead of concentrating on the special effects, it means you're connecting with them on a personal level.
    Motivation Mistake Character
    I enjoy listening to classical music and heavy metal. i play basketball and try to go diving at least once a year. i don't really have hobbies in the traditional sense... i engage in too many activities already through the actions of my characters.
    Inspirational Basketball Character
    Where lies the line between sorcery and science? it is only a matter of terminology, my friend.
    Lying Science Sorcery
    Getting inside the mind of a terrorist wasn't difficult at all. even as children, human beings fabricate elaborate revenge fantasies. we're not a particular species. check out popular video games.
    Children Revenge Games
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