Only a true reader will understand how lovely it is to read a book on rainy days.

I like two types of dust: pixie dust and dust from old, first edition books.

A real and admirable writer is the one who can write good books but can take criticisms better.

My friend says she's smart. She reads a book to fall asleep.

No matter where you are, just be grateful for your life and all of the beauty that surrounds you.

She slept a dreamless sleep free of dragons for she had slain them once again. The Children of Ankh

When I look in the mirror I see the girl I was when I was growing up, with braces, crooked teeth, a baby face and a skinny body.

So-called Chinese art and culture is under control of the Party. They exist to serve the official agenda. I call it fake art and culture.

I'm never going to be with a guy that can't deal with my friendship with him.

I do think we can be a little less PC when it comes to sports, though. Just once I want to hear an announcer go 'God, black people are fast. Holy cow! All of them. They're fast. Back to you Bob.'

Far better one unpurchased heart than glory's proudest name.

We are unique. Chimpanzees are unique. Dogs are unique. But we humans are just not as different as we used to think.

There are good people in the lobbying industry. Lobbyists can serve a very useful purpose.

Relationships are a two way street. Not a highway and a bike path.