Francois de La Rochefoucauld Quotes

Nothing is more flattering for a writer than when someone knows your work.

The praise of the praiseworthy is above all rewards.

Praise from the praise-worthy is beyond all rewards.

Praise is a more ingenious, concealed, and subtle kind of flattery, that satisfies both the giver and the receiver, though by verydifferent ways. The one accepts it as a reward due to his merit; the other gives it that he may be looked upon as a just and discerning person.

It is simpler and easier to flatter people than to praise them.

I cannot think of any character below the flatterer, except he who envies him.

I always find it flattering when somebody recognizes me.

When people recognize your work and want to reward you for what you've done, that's a good feeling.

May Honor be given to whom Honor may be due.

There is no reward so delightful, no pleasure so exquisite, as having one's work known and acclaimed by those whose applause confers honor.

She had found him and was bringing back his thanks. Nor did she forget to mention that he had assured her that she was indeed the most beautiful fairy he had ever set eyes on.

Compliment but do not covet.

Praise is more obtrusive than a reproach.

Man, he deserves a hero cookie. (Selena)

Our praises are our wages.

The finest compliment that can be paid to a woman of sense is to address her as such.

Invitation is the sincerest flattery.

Tony Bennett said to me, "Wow, your talent is amazing." Maybe he's a bore, maybe he's a jerk, but when he said that to me, I didn't need anything more than that.

Anytime anybody impersonates you, it's a great compliment.

No compliment can be eloquent, except as an expression of indifference.

New Yorkers stop me on the street all the time to say, 'You're terrific! You're the nuts!'

When people tell you they saw your last picture - well, the way they say it sounds like they hope it was.

I love awards, especially if I get them.

I smile every time I hear that I'm a fan favorite or a teenage hottie. It is a nice compliment, and the remarks from the fans are great.

I don't value prizes of any sort.