Canada kills any conversation quick, I learned long ago. It's a little trick of mine.

Ain't no glory made from being dependable.

Of all the excellent copyedits I've received over the years, Marie-Lynn Hammond's was by far the best. Her work on Half Blood Blues was incredibly sensitive and astute.

Folks think a lifetime is a thing stretched out over years. It ain't. It can happen quick as a match in a dark room.

To me, chocolate was the sole reason we on this earth.

Ain't no man can outrun his fate.

It's early yet. It's always early, while you still alive.