Sydney

“It’s called fascism, Koli-bou. It’s like ra-ra skirts and flared trousers. People get all hot for it and make themselves look ridiculous, then when the fad blows over they pretend they were never that into it.”
― M.R. Carey, The Fall of Koli

“You tried to help the people of the market. You mostly failed. This is life. The longer you live, the more you fail. Failure is the mark of a life well lived. In turn, the only way to live without failure is to be of no use to anyone. Trust me, I've practiced”
― Brandon Sanderson, Oathbringer

“Don't let the bastards grind you down.”
― Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale

“This is not for you.”
― Mark Z. Danielewski, House of Leaves