Quotes by Sharyn McCrumb

About Sharyn McCrumb:

Sharyn McCrumb is an American writer whose books celebrate the history and folklore of Appalachia. McCrumb is the winner of numerous literary awards, and the author of the Elizabeth McPherson series, the Ballad series, and the St. Dale series.
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I wonder which is worse-the death, not knowing what comes after, or the wedding, when you think you know, but you're wrong.

Sharyn McCrumb

A man is always a little shamefaced on his wedding day, like a fox caught in a baited trap, ensnared because his greed overcame his better judgment. The menfolk laughed at Charlie that spring day, and said he was caught for sure now. As the bride, I ...

Sharyn McCrumb

Being a professional writer is a lot like being a hooker. You'd better find out if you're any good at it before you start charging for it.

Sharyn McCrumb

Boondocks' is simply the Tagalog word for mountains.

Sharyn McCrumb

The ones that landed near the bathroom are Bad Tolkien imitations or transcripts of a D&D adventure; bad Herbert, Heinlein, and Asimov are below the television; and these on the bed are the ones whose authors I want to hunt down personally and slap.

Sharyn McCrumb

Author Bio

  • NameSharyn McCrumb
  • DescriptionAmerican writer
  • BornFebruary 26, 1948
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionWriter; Novelist
  • AwardsAgatha Award; Edgar Award; Macavity Awards