Jim Thompson quotes

I told her the world was full of nice people. I'd have hated to try to prove it to her, but I said it, anyway. (Jim Thompson)

There are things that have to be forgotten if you want to go on living.

Jim Thompson

There are thirty-two ways to write a story, and I've used every one, but there is only one plot – things are not as they seem.

Jim Thompson

A weed is a plant out of place.

Jim Thompson

I ain't saying you're a liar, because that wouldn't be polite. But I'll tell you this, ma'am. If I loved liars, I'd hug you to death.

Jim Thompson

Jim Thompson

Occupation: Author
Quotes count: 5

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