Rule number one of the wizarding business. Never let them see you sweat. People expect us to know things. It can be a big advantage. Don’t screw it up by looking like you’re as confused as everyone else. Bad for the image.

Most of the bad guys in the real world don't know that they are bad guys. You don't get a flashing warning sign that you're about to damn yourself. It sneaks up on you when you aren't looking.

You never get a straight answer from captains. You should know that by now.

Ack!" I said. Fearless master of the witty dialogue, that's me.

Mister Dresden is a diplomatically challenged individual. He should be in a shelter for the tactless.

You know the law, Dresden." "He who kills the cheer springs for beer," chanted the rest of the table.

The movie of my life must be really low budget.