He looked like the sort of person who would tell you that he did not have an umbrella to lend you when he actually had several and simply wanted to see you get soaked.

With a library it is easier to hope for serendipity than to look for a precise answer.

I don't know why wicked places generally look wicked. You'd think they'd look nice, to fool people, but they hardly ever do.

I'm not a stranger, " I said, and pointed to his book. "I'm someone who reads the same authors you do.

Of course you can trust me, " Jake Hix said. "We read the same books.

Boredom is not black licorice, Snicket, " she said. "There's no reason to share it with me.

Being curious is the most important part of being a journalist. It might be the most important part of being anything.

Sometimes people are beautifulNot in looksNot in what they sayJust in what they are

When we don't ask, we don't let others give. When we fear rejection, we don't let generosity arise.

What's interesting is a man with no facial hair is less intimidating than a man with facial hair, and a man who is bald is more intimidating than a man with hair.

A bachelor is a guy who leans toward women - but not far enough to lose his balance.

A man who thinks too much about his ancestors is like a potato-the best part of him is underground.

I get too excited about football and rugby.

Voters tell politicians what they want through the ballot box. Constantly second-guessing them by speculating whether the parties should gang up on each other misses the point.

As far as my inspirations, I just like anyone who is making good music - period.

I saw your smile and my mind could not erase the beauty of your face.

People are going to have to do a big reset. But this is a big wake-up call to the entire establishment, including the Democrats. And not just because of the failure.