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Quote by Charles de Lint

“Most times we only see things for the way we are. But we're good at lying to ourselves. Sometimes we need somebody who's not living in our skin to point out how things really are.”

Book:The Mystery of Grace

Work

The Mystery of Grace

This book is a gripping exploration of moral dilemmas and the transformative power of grace, weaving together a tale of intrigue and personal growth. more

Author

Charles de Lint

Charles de Lint, born on December 22, 1951, is a renowned Canadian writer known for his fantasy literature and folk tales. His works span various forms, including short stories, novels, and poetry, and have been translated into multiple languages. De Lint's writing style is unique, characterized by rich imagination and deep understanding of folk tales. more

“It sounded weird to hear you talk so much; normally you only said a few words at a time. I'd never imagined that you'd have a story, too. Until that moment, you were just the kidnapper. You didn't have reasons for anything. You were stupid and evil and mentally ill. That was all. When you started talking, you started changing.”

Said Reason Moments Stories Evil Talking Stupid Ill That Moment Few Words Mentally Ill

Book:Stolen

Source: Stolen

“It is likely that unlikely things should happen”

Should Happens Unlikely

Book:On Poetry and Style

Source: On Poetry and Style

“I cannot but be grieved to go from my native land, and especially from that part of it for whom and with whom I desired only to live; yet the dreadful apprehensions I have of what is coming upon this land may help to make me submissive to this providence, though more bitter.”

May Helping Land Bitter Native Providence Apprehension Submissive Native Land

Author:Donald Cargill

“I may be mistaken but it seems to me that a man may be judged by his laugh, and that if at first encounter you like the laugh of a person completely unknown to you, you may say with assurance that he is good.”