All those poor elves I haven’t set free yet, having to stay over during Christmas because there aren’t enough hats!

I—I didn't think—" "That," said Professor McGonagall, "is obvious.

Everything was curved to fit the walls: the stove, the sink and the cupboards, and all of it had been painted with flowers, insects and birds in bright primary colours.

I'm a writer, and I will write what I want to write.

Personal happiness lies in knowing that life is not a checklist of acquisition. Your qualifications are not your life.

Yes, well, principles are sometimes the problem, if you ask me,' said Miles. 'Often what's needed is a bit of common sense.' 'Which is the name people usually give to their prejudices,' rejoined Kay.

Why don't you confer with Mr. Finnigan? As I recall, he has a particular proclivity for pyrotechnics.