Famous quote by Armistead Maupin

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I cant imagine a more fulfilling thing for a writer than that youve made a strong impact on the lives of other people.
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"I can't imagine a more fulfilling thing for a writer than that you've made a strong impact on the lives of other people. Just because I've heard it before does not mean I don't want to hear it one more time"

- Armistead Maupin

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This quote by Armistead Maupin speaks with the power of composing and the impact it can have on individuals's lives. He is saying that it is a terrific honor for a writer to understand that their work has had a positive effect on others. He acknowledges that he has heard this belief in the past, but that does not decrease its significance. He still wants to hear it one more time, as a reminder of the impact his writing has actually had. This quote talks to the significance of writing and the effect it can have on individuals's lives. It is a tip that words have the power to move people and to make a difference in their lives. Composing can be a powerful tool for developing positive modification in the world, and this quote functions as a tip of that.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Armistead Maupin somewhere between May 13, 1944 and today. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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