I planted a seed of hatred in my heart. I swore it would grow to be a massive tree whose roots would strangle them all.

He threw his burning cigarette onto our clean living room floor and ground it into the wood with his boot. We were about to become cigarettes.

David Arnold's writing is both heartfelt and hilarious. You will fall in love with Mim, even as her grand journey will keep you guessing. Mosquitoland reminds us that sometimes imperfect is just perfect.

Have you ever wondered what a human life is worth? That morning, my brother's was worth a pocket watch.

You stand for what is right, Lina, without the expectation of gratitude or reward.

Whether love of friend, love of country, love of God, or even love of enemy—love reveals to us the truly miraculous nature of the human spirit.

Mrs. Rimas cried at the mention of the wafer and the traditional Christmas blessing. "God grant that we are all together again next year.