138 Quotes by Trenton Lee Stewart

Shall I tell you what I’m thinking, Mrs. Ferrier?” “Heavens no, Nicholas! That would take hours, and we have only moments.

In his mind’s eye, he saw his dream of a new life drifting away like a lost balloon. And for some time he sat there, hating to see it go. But then it was gone, and he began to invent a new dream, and he began to feel better.

And I realize there’s no shortage of wickedness in the world,” said Mr. Benedict, with a significant look at Reynie, “but is it not heartening to know that so many are willing to fight for the good?

Nicholas lay with his hands on his chest, thinking how hollow it felt, like an empty gourd. He had never missed having a family, though he had wanted one all his life.

If you like to tell stories and compose sentences, and if you work hard at being good at these things, then you are a writer even if you haven’t published anything.

And when I do crave privacy, I have only to flip the “Closed” sign on my shop door until I’m feeling sociable again. Everyone should have such signs on their doors, don’t you think?

And where most people see mirrors, you, my friend, see windows. By which I mean there is always something beyond the glass. You have seen it and will always see it now, though others may not. I would have spared you that vision at such a young age. But it’s been given you, and it will be up to you to decide whether it’s a blessing or a curse.

I can’t say for sure, because I have no experience, but – well, is this what family is like? The feeling that everyone’s connected, that with one piece missing the whole thing’s broken?

No sooner had he thought this than he realized what was anchoring his happiness. It was purpose. He knew what he wanted to do.