The only way you can truly get to know an author is through the trail of ink he leaves behind him. The person you think you see is only an empty character: truth is always hidden in fiction.

Every book has a soul, the soul of the person who wrote it and the soul of those who read it and dream about it.

I don't suppose you have many friends. Neither do I. I don't trust people who say they have a lot of friends. It's a sure sign that they don't really know anyone.

Over time, loneliness gets inside you and doesn't go away.

Don't be afraid of being scared. To be afraid is a sign of common sense. Only complete idiots are not afraid of anything.

We spend a good part of our lives dreaming, especially when we're awake.

We all give up great expectations along the way.

I can't die yet, doctor. Not yet. I have things to do. Afterwords I'll have a whole lifetime in which to die.

I've always said that idleness dulls the spirit. We have to keep the brain busy, or at least the hands if we don't have a brain.

It is impossible to survive in a prolonged state of reality.

Silence makes idiots seem wise even for a minute.

God has ordained that His people live by promises and not by explanations.

Shortcuts makes life short!

What is meant by believing in Christ but just going with trusting and loving hearts, and committing to His love and power ourselves, our souls, and all that concerns us for time and eternity?

Gather the flowers, but spare the buds.

There is none deceived but he that trusts.

Plus, according to my mother, memories change like people do, especially if there's enough alcohol involved-Aphrodite

The loss of innocent life is a tragedy for anyone involved in it, but the numbers are really very low.

Work requires effort. Things we love to do feel effortless. Only do the things you love and you'll never have to work again.

I am not devaluing thoughts. Just do not mix up what we think with what actually is.

The very air had screams smeared on it. He flinched from the noise in this silent room.