1,174 Quotes by Orson Scott Card

We have to go. I’m almost happy here.

You have to think ahead, the next move, the next move, the next move, to see where it’s all going to lead.

Remember, the enemy’s gate is down.

It’s the middle class that feels the luxury of being able to have causes.

Unless he’s really clever,” said Theresa. “Smarter than us?” said Peter. He and John Paul looked at each other. Then both of them shook their heads, said, “Naw,” and then burst out laughing.

Characters, as most writers understand, are truly developed through their relationships with others.

Just because you believe it doesn’t make it so.

That’s what Ender has to understand. There really is evil in the world, and wickedness, and every brand of stupidity. There’s meanness and heartlessness and... I don’t even know which of them is me.” – Hyrum Graff.

To expect wickedness from human beings is the best way I know of to avoid surprises. And when I am surprised, it’s always pleasantly.