Fate can be one mean god at times.

You've got a lot of time for abstract thought when you've got your hand stuck up a dead badger.

"Out of Print" is bookseller speak for "We can't be hedgehogged".

Ultimately, there is the freedom to take the consequences.

Sometimes words need music too. Sometimes the descriptions are not enough. Books should be written with soundtracks, like films.

The ideal death, I think, is what was the ideal Victorian death, you know, with your grandchildren around you, a bit of sobbing. And you say goodbye to your loved ones, making certain that one of them has been left behind to look after the shop.

only to people!' shouted Rincewind. He drew his sword and, with a smooth overarm throw, completely failed to hit the troll.