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John Scalzi, born on May 10, 1969, is a renowned science fiction author from the United States. His works are known for their humor, wit, and profound insights, which have won him a wide audience. His most notable series include the Old Man's War series and the Redshirts series.

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“I do not mind when you tell me what you want and put that first instead of last.”

Book:The Sagan Diary

Source: The Sagan Diary

“Simply put, she was the one who had to put up with me. That she did so with love and patience and encouragement instead of strangling me, throwing my remains into a wood chipper, and then pretending she had never been married to me at all is a testament to the fact that she is, in fact, the single best person I know.”

Love Support Wife Husband Encouragement Murder Patience Acknowledgement Spouses

Book:Lock In

Source: Lock In

“I think back to the day I stood before my wife's grave for the final time, and turned away from it without regret, because I knew that what she was was not contained in that hole in the ground. I entered a new life and found her again, in a woman who was entirely her own person. When this life is done, I'll turn away from it without regret as well, because I know she waits for me, in another, different life.”

Love Death Metaphor Death Of A Loved One

Book:Old Man's War

Source: Old Man's War

“What is it like when you lose someone you love?" Jane asked. "You die, too. And you wait around for your body to catch up.”

Love Death Sad Mourning Jane

Book:Old Man's War

Source: Old Man's War

“When you're a teenager and you're in love, it's obvious to everyone but you and the person you're in love with.”

Love Persons High School Obvious Teenager

Book:Old Man's War Boxed Set I

Source: Old Man's War Boxed Set I

About the Author

Born: May 10, 1969
Known for: Author
Quotes: 103

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