Sometimes the most preposterous lies are the most believable.

Smart people learn from their mistakes. But the real sharp ones learn from the mistakes of others.

And you came back to Lyrian?" Galloran said in disbelief. "Believe it or not, I came through the same hippopotamus that brought me here the first time. Jumped into the tank on purpose. I wanted to keep others from wasting their time pursuing the Word. And I couldn't ditch Rachel." Galloran smiled. "Truly, you are possessed by that species of madness that begets heroism.

We must set aside our wishes and give heed to reality. Nobody can accept the truth while hiding from it. When a decision matters, we have to stare at the truth unflinchingly. Only then can we find peace in our choices.

The baby dove into the room, transforming grotesquely as it landed on the floorin a deft sumersault

A crossbow?” Pigeon asked. I left my battle-ax in my other jeans,” the man said.

Do us all a favor and toss your mouth overboard.