A craven can be as brave as any man, when there is nothing to fear. And we all do our duty, when there is no cost to it. How easy it seems then, to walk the path of honor. Yet soon or late in every man's life comes a day when it is not easy, a day when he must choose. (Maester Aemon)

The Beauty raised her eyes, the only part of her that was truly beautiful.

The brightest flame casts the darkest shadow.

Light our fire and protect us from the dark, blah blah, light our way and keep us toasty warm, the night is dark and full of terrors, save us from the scary things, and blah blah blah some more.

Start with short stories. After all, if you were taking up rock climbing, you wouldn't start with Mount Everest. So if you're starting fantasy, don't start with a nine-book series.

When you find yourself in bed with an ugly woman, the best thing to do is close your eyes and get on with it

She had put despair and fear aside, as if they were garments she did not choose to wear.