Erling Thorkildsen

“I meant,” said Ipslore, bitterly, “what is there in this world that makes living worthwhile?” Death thought about it. CATS, he said eventually, CATS ARE NICE.”
― Terry Pratchett, Sourcery

“It keeps people calm. That’s the important thing. Holden thinks he’s a hero, power to the people, information wants to be free blah blah blah, but he’s a fucking moron.” “He’s on his own ship.” Avasarala crossed her arms. “What’s your point?” “He’s on his own ship and we’re not.” “So we’re all fucking morons,” Avasarala said. “Fine.”
― James S.A. Corey, Caliban's War

“Only, so far, it was like a bunch of lizards watching the World Cup. Politely put, they weren’t sure what they were looking at.”
― James S.A. Corey, Caliban's War

“The city was under the rule of sourcery…martial lore.”
― Terry Pratchett, Sourcery