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“They took away our land, our language, and our religion; but they could never harness our tongues.”

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Irish poet known for his unique humor and satirical style. His works often reflect the social and political realities of Ireland, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

“In one universe, they are gorgeous, straight-teethed, long-legged, wrapped in designer fashions, and given sports cars on their sixteenth birthdays. Teacher smile at them and grade them on the curve. They know the first names of the staff. They are the Pride of the Trojans. Oops – I mean Pride of the Blue Devils. In Universe #2, they throw parties wild enough to attract college students. They worship the stink of Eau de Jocque. They rent beach houses in Cancún during Spring Break and get group-rate abortions before prom.”

Source: Speak

“There was a time I thought I was a ferret.”

Clockwork Angel Ferrets Gabriel Lightwood

Book:Clockwork Angel

Source: Clockwork Angel

“I hear you calling and it's needles and pins (And pins) I want to hurt you just to hear you screaming my name Don't want to touch you but you're under my skin (Deep in) I want to kiss you but your lips are venomous poison”

Want Names Hurt Calling Kissing Skins Lips Poison Pins Needles Skin Deep Venomous

Author:Alice Cooper

“Look, when do the really interesting things happen? Not when you've brushed your teeth and put on your pyjamas and are cozy in bed. They happen when you are cold and uncomfortable and hungry and don't have a roof over your head for the night.”

Looks Happens Night Interesting Cold Bed Things Happen Hungry Teeth Uncomfortable Roof Interesting Things Really Interesting Cozy Roof Over Your Head

Book:The Kneebone Boy

Source: The Kneebone Boy

“And what, you ask, does writing teach us? First and foremost, it reminds us that we are alive and that it is a gift and a privilege, not a right.”

Writing Firsts Doe Asks Teach Alive Privilege Writing Life Fiction Writers

Book:Zen in the Art of Writing

Source: Zen in the Art of Writing

“Think of Shakespeare and Melville and you think of thunder, lightning, wind. They all knew the joy of creating in large or small forms, on unlimited or restricted canvases. These are the children of the gods.”

Thinking Children Form Joy Wind Creating Lightning Unlimited Thunder Melville

Author:Ray Bradbury

“To feed your Muse, then, you should always have been hungry about life since you were a child. If not, it is a little late to start.”

Ifs Should Children Littles Has Beens Late Hungry Muse

Author:Ray Bradbury

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