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The difference between writing a book and being on television is the difference between conceiving a child and having a
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"The difference between writing a book and being on television is the difference between conceiving a child and having a baby made in a test tube"

- Norman Mailer

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Norman Mailer between January 31, 1923 and November 10, 2007. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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