Ive never seen a worse situation than that of young writers in the United States. The publishing business in North America is so commercialized. – Manuel Puig
It doesnt matter that the way of life shown by Hollywood was phony. It helped you hope. – Manuel Puig
We should try to understand our innermost needs. We shouldnt use irony to reduce their power. – Manuel Puig
In a country like France, so ancient, their history is full of outstanding people, so they carry a heavy weight on their back. Who could write in French after Proust or Flaubert? – Manuel Puig