75 Quotes by Grady Hendrix

Work gives you a goal. It lets you build something that lives on after you’re gone. Work has a purpose beyond making money.

A reader lives many lives. The person who doesn’t read lives but one. But if you’re happy just doing what you’re good and reading what other people think you should read, then don’t let me stop you. I just find it sad.

The problem was the liars. They said she could do anything she set her mind to, they told her she should shoot for the moon because if she missed she’d be among the stars, they made movies tricking her into thinking she could achieve heroic things.

I know this is your religion, but for me it's just a job.

[...] the day had been long and her emotions were toast.

She promised herself that she was not going to cry. They could take her job, but they would not take her dignity.

All great works must begin with a sacrifice.

friend" is a word whose sharp corners have been worn smooth by overuse.

You’d rather get stabbed forty-one times than ruin the curb appeal of your home?” Maryellen asked.“Yes,” Grace said.