Jane Sprang

“When she transformed into a butterfly, the caterpillars spoke not of her beauty, but of her weirdness. They wanted her to change back into what she always had been. But she had wings.”
― Dean Jackson

“I wrote, “Best margherita pizza I’ve ever had.” - which is a pretty big statement because I’ve had some good ones. After further consideration, I realised someone reading the review might think I haven’t had many or was exaggerating, so I added “I’ve had lots and I’m not exaggerating.” Good writing is about detail.”
― David Thorne, Deadlines Don't Care If Janet Doesn't Like Her Photo

“Anyone can claim the title Creative Director. It’s not a real title, like CEO of a Fortune 500 company, there’s no subject knowledge, talent, or experience required, you just start an agency and write creative director on your business card. It’s like buying a kayak and proclaiming yourself admiral of the fleet.”
― David Thorne, Yesterday's Words at Tomorrow's Prices

“Buy a Ring doorbell if you live in a shitty neighbourhood. Your package will still get stolen but you can post the video on the Ring app and an old lady named Janet will leave a comment about people having no respect for other people’s property since they stopped teaching the Bible in schools.”
― David Thorne, Let's Eat Grandma's Pills