As Cinderella would probably tell you, even a prince who only recognizes your footwear is preferable to a lifetime of cleaning grates.
Barbara HamblyCan you tell me the difference between a witch and a wizard?Sure, a wizard is what they call you when they want to hire you, and a witch is what they call you when they're getting ready to run you out of town.
Barbara HamblyOne shouldn't allow oneself to be intimidated by something that can be picked up and tucked under one's arm.
Barbara Hambly...that was the first thing I had to learn about her, and maybe the hardest I've ever learned about anything - that she is her own, and what she gives me is of her choosing, and the more precious because of it. Sometimes a butterfly will come to sit in your open palm, but if you close your hand, one way or the other, it - and its choice to be there - are gone.
Barbara HamblyI always wanted to be a writer but everyone kept telling me it was impossible to break into the field or make money. I've proven them wrong on both counts.
Barbara HamblyWhat is merely a hypothesis to anyone else is an overwhelming temptation to a wizard.
Barbara Hambly