Have never been to a writers' conference, have rarely met socially with writers apart from other NYTimes guys, and Michener and Clavell whom I met in other countries, and came to like enormously, and Jones and Saroyan the same. One or two others. I know this was a career mistake. To sell books the first thing one needs is the approval of one's peers. They will create the initial buzz, and solidify one's standing with editors, but I didn't realize this until too late. I was always working, didn't have time. And I preferred the company of the people I wrote about, the racing drivers, cops, opera singers, bullfighters, chefs, winegrowers, football players etc., people who could teach me about parts of life I didn't know, and in some cases didn't even suspect. Of course I got by, but it would have been easier and quicker if I had taken the time to work the room. Too late now.
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6/13/2023 04:19:27 am
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6/13/2023 04:26:06 am
anted to express my gratitude for your insightful and engaging article. Your writing is clear and easy to follow, and I appreciated the way you presented your ideas in a thoughtful and organized manner. Your analysis was both thought-provoking and well-researched, and I enjoyed the real-life examples you used to illustrate your points. Your article has provided me with a fresh perspective on the subject matter and has inspired me to think more deeply about this topic.
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