Punctuality

• “Punctuality is more important in this line of work than quality, because publishers spend a lot of money announcing their books to the trade, and if a book is late, especially at a bigger house, that's bad business.”

  Interview: Hannes Riffel

• “Punctuality is in desperate need of instant adjustment.”

  Gringos are changing Mexico

• “Punctuality is the thief of adventure; and neither at King's Cross nor at Euston can you find a porter in a pointed fur hat.”

  Try Anything Twice

• “In "Punctuality" by Garth Nix, the Emperor of all known space takes his genetically engineered daughter to learn the secret of the Punctuality Drive, a technology that dictates the schedule on which the empire runs.”

  REVIEW: The New Space Opera 2 edited by Gardner Dozois & Jonathan Strahan

• “Punctuality," said he, "does not consist in coming _before_, but _at_ the time appointed.”

  Secret des Champdoce. English

• “Punctuality," said Monte Cristo, "is the politeness of kings, according to one of your sovereigns, I think; but it is not the same with travellers.”

  The Count of Monte Cristo

• “Punctuality is a sign of respect, so do your best to be on time if not early.”

  The Huffington Post: Lisa Mirza Grotts: Confucius Says: It's All About the Guanxi! Business Etiquette in China

• “Punctuality is the virtue of oligarchs, at least when someone is trying to take a few of their billions away.”

  The Guardian: Roman Abramovich still playing his poker hand inside Court 26 | Richard Williams

• “Punctuality: Develop a reputation for being on time and you will earn the respect of other organized professionals.”

  Simon & Schuster: Make Yourself Unforgettable

• “Punctuality pleases the Cardinal – and Raimon is always punctual.”

  Superhero Nation: how to write superhero novels and comic books » Thablue’s Review Forum

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