When men are most sure and arrogant they are commonly most mistaken， giving views to passion without that proper deliberation which alone can secure them from the grossest absurdities.

The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said.

小说中的每一个字都是迈向理解人类状况的一步。

I don’t need validation from anyone to know my worth.

To write is to resist forgetting.

写作是一种信仰的行为——对语言、对读者、对故事本身的信仰。