Mischief moves somewhere near and I must blast it with my magic.

I understand the gist of your speculation,' said Rhialto. 'It is most likely nuncupatory.

I worked for half a cent a word. I'm not a fast writer to begin with, so for the first few years I had do other things.

Notice this rent in my garment; I am at a loss to explain its presence! I am even more puzzled by the existence of the universe.

I do read books. I suppose it's more or less the same thing, but at least I'm alone and I'm an individual. I can stop anytime I want, which I frequently do.

I was an omnivore at reading, so that everything I ever read contributed.

Of all questions, why? is the least pertinent. It begs the question; it assumes the larger part of its own response; to wit, that a sensible response exists.