8 Quotes & Sayings By Gene Fowler

Gene Fowler is an international best-selling author of over 70 books, including The Real Book, Real Book II, Real Book III, Real Book IV, Real Book V and Real Book VI. He wrote more than 30 of his most popular songs, including the #1 hit "Heartbeat" and "I Feel Good" recorded by James Brown. He is a past President of NARAS (National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences) and a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

A book is never finished it's abandoned.
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A book is never finished it's abandoned. Gene Fowler
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Don't be dismayed by the opinions of editors, or critics. They are only the traffic cops of the arts. Gene Fowler
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Men are not against you they are merely for themselves. Gene Fowler
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Writing is easy: all you do is sit staring at the blank sheet of paper until the drops of blood form on your forehead. Gene Fowler
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He has a profound respect for old age. Especially when it's bottled. Gene Fowler
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What is success? It is a toy balloon among children armed with pins. Gene Fowler
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Men are not against you they are merely for themselves. Gene Fowler