James Lee Burke quotes

James Lee Burke is a celebrated American author, known for his captivating crime fiction novels. With a writing career spanning several decades, Burke has garnered a massive following of loyal readers. Born in Texas, his Southern roots heavily influence his storytelling, transporting readers to vivid, atmospheric settings. Burke's compelling characters and richly detailed narratives have earned him numerous awards and critical acclaim. Whether it's his popular Dave Robicheaux series or standalone works, Burke's gripping tales keep readers hooked from start to finish. Discover why James Lee Burke is a literary icon and indulge in his masterful storytelling today.

When you find the right people, you never let go. The people who count are the ones who are your friends in lean times. You have all the friends you want when things are going well.

- James Lee Burke

You do it a day at a time. You write as well as you can, you put it in the mail, you leave it under submission, you never leave it at home.

- James Lee Burke

Never read bad stuff if you're an artist; it will impair your own game.

- James Lee Burke

The story of Ulysses and Agamemnon and Menelaus, of Jesus, of the Good Knight of Chaucer, lives in every one of us.

- James Lee Burke

We decry violence all the time in this country, but look at our history. We were born in a violent revolution, and we've been in wars ever since. We're not a pacific people.

- James Lee Burke

That's one of the great advantages of age. You can say, I don't want to, I don't care, you can throw temper tantrums, and nobody minds.

- James Lee Burke