17 Quotes by Richard North Patterson

Aggressiveness is good in a combat leader. Combining that with ambition and insecurity becomes more problematic.

Are you a consumer or producer?

The only judgment that truly matters is the final judgment.

I was 29 when I wrote my first novel. But I was 45 when I quit for good. I was a 16-year overnight success.

Writing seems like the only job where what you think and feel really matters.

If someone really interests you, you’ll learn about them yourself.

The rulings of the past do not always apply in the present.

My life in politics has taught me that the only thing more difficult than fighting against our enemies is taking questions from my friends.” Amid knowing chuckles, he promised, “Nonetheless, I shall do my best.