“Just because I work incredible good out of unspeakable tragedies doesn't mean I orchestrate the tragedies. Don't ever assume that my using something means I caused it or that I need it to accomplish my purposes. That will only lead you to false notions about me. Grace doesn't depend on suffering to exist, but where there is suffering you will find grace in many facets and colors.”
― The Shack
― The Shack
“I suppose that since most of our hurts come through relationships so will our healing, and I know that grace rarely makes sense for those looking in from the outside.”
― The Shack
― The Shack
“Are you sure That we are awake? It seems to me That yet we sleep, we dream”
― A Midsummer Night’s Dream
― A Midsummer Night’s Dream
“If you have a sister and she dies, do you stop saying you have one? Or are you always a sister, even when the other half of the equation is gone?”
― My Sister's Keeper
― My Sister's Keeper
Allen’s 2025 Year in Books
Take a look at Allen’s Year in Books, including some fun facts about their reading.
More friends…
Favorite Genres
Polls voted on by Allen
Lists liked by Allen






















