“To me a good book is like a quiet friend”
Quotes by A. M. Brooks
“Why would I marry? I'm not made to be any man's chattel. I have my work, which I love. I have my home - it is not much, I grant, yet sufficient for my shelter. But more than these, I have something very few women can claim: my freedom. I will not lightly surrender it.””
Year of Wonders
“To apologize well, we can’t make it about ourselves. Instead, we should focus on our partner’s feelings in the moment”
Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves
“Apparently, I'm capable of a lot more seduction than I ever thought possible.””
Playing with Hellfire
“Every morning they show off their funny T-shirts, awesome sneakers, and fad accessories. Me? I wear the same dorky thing every day. White shirt. Blue pants. Penny loafers. And a plaid tie. Plaid: for when it's more important to hide stains than to look good. At least there is one good thing to come from wearing a tie. It proves I’m a boy. Obviously, eggs don’t wear ties. My””
A Diary of a Private School Kid
“8:03-8:10 a.m.: Brush teeth, go to toilet, make a conscious effort to produce reeking faeces.””
Grow Up
A. M. BrooksA. M. Brooks was a 19th-century author known for her contributions to American literature, particularly in the realm of poetry. Her notable work, "Petals Plucked from Sunny Climes," showcases her lyri...