I live in London and I am a British subject, although I do write in Spanish, of course.
Guillermo Cabrera Infante
I do not believe in inspiration, but I must have a title in order to work, otherwise I am lost.
Guillermo Cabrera Infante
But I do not have the reader in mind when I write. No true writer does that.
Guillermo Cabrera Infante
My parents were founders of the Cuban Communist Party, and I grew up extremely poor.
Guillermo Cabrera Infante
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“If you really want to write, then shut yourself in a room, close the door, and WRITE. If you don't want to write, do something else. It's as simple as that.”
“The great thing about being the son of Maya Angelou is that I had the good fortune to grow up around some of the greatest black artists, dancers, singers, musicians, and actors of our time.”
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