“In baseball, when you get into the batter's box, that's it. It's just you. It's one man against the world. All that matters in that moment is your individual achievement and your individual skill. There is literally nothing that anyone else on your team can do for you. Hell, they're all sitting on the bench, waiting to see what happens, just like the fans in the crowd! It's just you and your bat. And the ball.”
Barry Lyga is an American novelist known for his works focused on the themes of adolescence, exploring issues of identity, growth, and self-discovery. Born on September 11, 1971, his distinctive writing style has earned him a dedicated following among readers of all ages. more
“I just think perfection and lasting through the ages is for Greek statues, not us mere humans.”
“I created an icicle sculpture in the snow. White on white.”
“Multiple closets for different needs. Overkill.”
“People will notice the beauty of what they usually ignore ~”
“It is the essence of responsibility to put the public good ahead of personal gain”
“I now know how Tojo felt when he was planning Pearl Harbor.”