294 Quotes by Ann Patchett

I have been shown so much kindness in my life, so for me to write books about good, kind people seems completely natural.

You learn every time you write a book, and then you take that new knowledge and experience into the next book. Hopefully, every time, you raise the bar.

The '70s were a different time as far as parenting was concerned. People left their kids in the car with the windows cracked while they went to the grocery store.

I've been writing the same book my whole life - that you're in one family, and all of a sudden, you're in another family, and it's not your choice, and you can't get out.

In my life, I have met astonishingly good people.

I'm disappointed by well-written novels that only deal with two or three people.

I kissed John Updike as he presented me with an award. It wasn't the best kiss as far as kisses go, but I hold the fact that I kissed John Updike, that he kissed me, very close to my heart.

I believe I can solve others' problems. It's great when it works, but for the most part, it's very unappealing.

My favorite thing about Nashville is the parks.