“Every book you read may not save your life but some of them will.”

“In quoting of books, quote such authors as are usually read; others you may read for your own satisfaction, but not name them.”

“My mother says that some books are good no matter when you read them, and some are good at a particular moment; they come into your life at just the right time.”

“Read the best books first, or you may not have a chance to read them at all.”

“The main thing is to WRITE. Some days it might be 2000 words. Some days you might tinker with two sentences until you get them just right. Both days belong in the writing life. Some days you may watch a ‘Doctor Who’ marathon or become immersed in a book that is so good you can’t stop reading. Some days you may be in love or in mourning. Those days belong in the writing life, too. Live them without guilt.”

“Messages come to you every day of your life. You must be able to read them.”