Though an angel should write, still 'tis devils must print

It is not when a man is at the end of his life, but when a man is at the end of his profession, that his soul shows itself.

He worshipped at the temple of her intellect and I believe it was a comfort to him to know that she left our world with it still shining.

These writers take the essence of every person around them, turn them into books and stories without permission or even a simple thank-you, and want all the credit and glory for themselves.

exaggeration is the octopus of the English language

People hate the idea of politicians, you see, but love the idea of authors, at least until they meet one.

Avoid the Holy Grail, the heroic journeys, the pursuit of a legend--that is not the life of the bookaneer, who must keep his eyes on the ground while other book people live by dreaming.

A man's library opens up his character to the world.

People always say life is too short for regrets. But the truth is, it's too long.

Don't squash creativity, inspire it!

Destroying oneself, he thought ruefully, should always be done at a deliberate pace.

Life can become difficult when out of sync with your heart-felt desires.

One need not destroy one's enemy. One need only destroy his willingness to engage.

Every day we encounter situations where we have to make a stand. Looking back, I could have not hand-picked a better song to be my first single.

We are the party of Roosevelt. We are the party of Kennedy. So don't tell me that Democrats won't defend this country. Don't tell me that Democrats won't keep us safe.

I bear the wounds of all the battles I avoided.

If there wasn't any competition, I'd be very worried, because it would mean we were not doing very well.

This season don't get lost in making the perfect meal or become overwhelmed with all the folks in your house. Use this time to center yourself.