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Ernest Cline

Ernest Cline

Born: 03-29-1972

Ernest Cline is an American novelist and screenwriter best known for his best-selling debut novel "Ready Player One," which blends science fiction with pop culture nostalgia. Born in 1972, Cline's passion for video games and 1980s culture heavily influences his writing. He also authored "Armada" and co-wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation of "Ready Player One." Cline's engaging storytelling continues to captivate fans worldwide.

Quotes

Being human totally sucks most of the time. Videogames are the only thing that make life bearable.

Ernest Cline

videogameslife

People who live in glass houses should shut the fuck up.

Ernest Cline

wisdomsarcasm

I quickly learned that the OASIS was the best thing that had ever happened to me.

Ernest Cline

technologylife

Going outside is highly overrated.

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sarcasmlife

I was happy to accept reality for what it was, a miserable state of affairs that I couldn't do anything about.

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acceptancereality

It's not the journey that counts, but who's at your side.

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friendshipcompanionship

I created the OASIS because I never felt at home in the real world.

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technologyescape

I wish someone had just told me the truth right up front, as soon as I was old enough to understand it.

Ernest Cline

truthwisdom

As terrifying and painful as reality can be, it's also the only place where you can find true happiness.

Ernest Cline

realityhappiness

You'd be amazed how much research you can get done when you have no life whatsoever.

Ernest Cline

sarcasmlife

I had a clear shot, and I took it. That's how I win.

Ernest Cline

determinationsuccess

I was determined to be successful, which required a lot of sacrifice.

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determinationsuccess