Quotes

Hunter S. Thompson―the man, the myth, the king of Gonzo. He never just wrote; he threw his whole self onto the page. Reading Thompson is like being shaken awake in the middle of the night for an impromptu road trip―thrilling, a bit scary, but totally worth it. He talks about living on the edge, embracing…

Jorge Luis Borges―the Argentine literary maestro who could effortlessly weave magic and philosophy into his words. I’ve dug into his works and pulled 10 quotes that might have you drifting into a little daydream, pondering life, love, and everything in between. Plus, I’ve paired them with snippets of Edvard Munch’s public domain drawings to give…

James Baldwin, a name synonymous with raw, unfiltered insight into society, race, and human emotions. He wasn’t just a writer; he was a voice for change, a mirror to society, and a wise soul. So let’s keep it short and let Baldwin do the talking. Here are ten of his most powerful quotes. 1. “You…

John Steinbeck’s words always seem to strike a chord. His lines from classics like Of Mice and Men and East of Eden aren’t just beautifully written – they’re spot on about life, people, and the world we live in. So here are 10 quotes from Steinbeck’s books that’ll make you nod in agreement, maybe chuckle,…

Ernest Hemingway, you know, the guy with the sharp and powerful way of writing? Life, love, resilience—he covered it all with this raw, no-nonsense clarity. So, let’s skip the long intro (Hemingway wouldn’t have it any other way) and get straight to the good stuff: ten quotes from his books that’ll give you some serious…

Oscar Wilde had a way with words that’s still unmatched. His plays, stories, and essays are not just entertaining; they’re packed with quotes that make you stop and think, and they’re as relevant now as they were in the 1800s. Let’s dive into 20 of the best that haven’t lost a bit of their edge…

Ever stumbled upon a quote that just stopped you in your tracks? That’s exactly how I feel about these C.S. Lewis gems. The literary genius who brought us the magical world of Narnia had a knack for capturing life’s big truths in a few simple words. I’ve rounded up 10 of his quotes from his…

Sorting through Steven Erikson’s quotes to choose the best ones felt like an epic quest in itself. With Erikson’s knack for weaving philosophy and the big questions of life into his work, each line reads like a mini-revelation. I swear I’ve dog-eared more pages in the Malazan series than in any other books on my…

The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and go, leaving memories that become legend—or in this case, legendary quotes! If “Blood and bloody ashes!” is part of your daily vocabulary and you have all 15 books of The Wheel of Time on your bookshelf (yes, we count New Spring, don’t we?), then you’re in…

I’ve been on a total roll lately, spinning through romantic quotes like a giddy tornado. I’ve curated lists of the most swoon-worthy love quotes from literature, the tear-jerking ones, and even the dark and twisty ones. But today, my darling Rocklers, we’re keeping it cute and fluttery with short love quotes. Whether you’re looking to…