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“You smell like a bar," he said. I thought, You smell like a library. But I wanted to have sex right then, so I said, "You smell like a poem.”

Quote by Melissa Bank

Work

The Wonder Spot

The book delves into the complexities of self-discovery and the impact of one's surroundings on personal growth. more

Author

Melissa Bank
Melissa Bank

Melissa Bank, born in 1961, is an American author known for her unique perspective and profound insights into the lives of women. Her works have gained acclaim for their delicate prose and in-depth exploration of female experiences. more

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“ardent, adj. It was after sex, when there was still heat and mostly breathing, when there was still touch and mostly thought... it was as if the whole world could be reduced to the sound of a single string being played, and the only thing this sound could make me think of was you. Sometimes desire is in the air; sometimes desire is liquid. And every now and then, when everything else is air and liquid, desire solidifies, and the body is the magnet that draws its weight.”