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I'm a neurotic New York Jew by birth. Creating characters is second nature to me.
Len Wein
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When I got my first glimpse of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, my breath caught. In that single instant, he was Wolverine.
Len Wein
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A true friend is someone who is there for you when he'd rather be anywhere else.
Len Wein
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When I'm my own editor, there's very little difference between the first draft and the final. I write what feels right to begin with. I rarely make any major changes.
Len Wein
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Lord of the Rings, I think, is far and away the most brilliantly done stuff.
Len Wein
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I try to find what makes even the worst, most despicable character sympathetic at his or her core.
Len Wein
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There is an ancient legend which warns that, should we ever learn our true origin, our universe will instantly be destroyed.
Len Wein
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Sometimes you're not even sure which of your stories were failures. There are things I've written that I thought were complete catastrophes when I finished with them that have gone on to generate some of my most positive feedback.
Len Wein
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It's all about who's where on the food chain. When I'm the story editor, I expect my writers to follow my vision. When I'm working for another editor, I'm obliged to follow their vision.
Len Wein
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In general, shorter is better. If you can encapsulate your idea into a single captivating sentence, you're halfway home.
Len Wein
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I've had editors over the years who couldn't find a clue if it was stapled to their butt.
Len Wein
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I try not to violate what came before me and to leave lots of wiggle room for those who will follow.
Len Wein
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These days, it seems that if you're not already in place, you can't get there from here.
Len Wein
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