Lines in literature that are definitely worth knowing

If you are an avid reader, then you likely already know some of these famous lines in literature. Here are some of the best that are definitely worth knowing, curated by the Lightins review team.

“And in that moment, like a swift intake of breath, the rain came.” —Other Voices, Other Rooms

“Christmas won’t be Christmas without any presents!” —Little Women

“When the day shall come that we do part,” he said softly, and turned to look at me, “if my last words are not ‘I love you’—you’ll ken it was because I didn’t have time.” —The Fiery Cross

“Hey, boo.” —To Kill a Mockingbird

“I believe there are monsters born in the world to human parents.” –East of Eden

“I meant what I said and I said what I meant. An elephant’s faithful one-hundred percent!” —Horton Hatches the Egg

“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” —The Fellowship of the Ring

“Tomorrow I’ll think of some way to get him back. After all, tomorrow is another day.” —Gone with the Wind

“Sometimes you have to keep on steppin’.”—The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963

“There are few people whom I really love and still fewer of whom I think well.” —Pride and Prejudice

“Stories are for eternity, when memory is erased, when there is nothing to remember except the story.” The Things They Carried

“All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” –Anna Karenina

“Everything was beautiful and nothing hurt.” —Slaughterhouse-Five

“Marley was dead as a doornail.” —A Christmas Carol

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Simple words to make your smile

Check out these motivational words and famous quotes to explain perfectly the importance of these words, curated by the Lightins review team.

Kindness

• “Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”

—Mark Twain

• “One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession.”

—Sophocles

• “There’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.”

—Scott Adams

Knowledge

• “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”

—Benjamin Franklin

• “Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.”

—Kofi Annan

• “True friendship can afford true knowledge. It does not depend on darkness and ignorance.”

—Henry David Thoreau

Listen

• “We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.”

—Epictetus

• “Listen with the intent to understand, not the intent to reply.”

—Stephen Covey

• “There is only one role for being a good talker—learn to listen.”

—Christopher Morley

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Inspirational Quotes To Help You Succeed on Your Creative Path

Here are some inspirational quotes from actors and filmmakers to Fortune 500 executives and motivational speakers to keep you moving forward, curated by the Lightins review team.

1) “This is your time and it feels normal to you, but really, there is no normal. There’s only change and resistance to it and then more change.” –Meryl Streep

2) “Your goals, minus your doubts, equal your reality.” –Ralph Marston, Writer & Publisher of “The Daily Motivator”

3) “Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.” —Oprah

4) “Stop letting people who do so little for you, control so much of your mind, feelings and emotions.” –Will Smith

5) “I think ‘The Force’ is in you. Force yourself.” –Harrison Ford

6) “You don’t need to be a genius or a visionary, or even a college graduate for that matter, to be successful. You just need framework and a dream.” –Michael Dell

7) “If you don’t have a mountain, build one and then climb it. And after you climb it, build another one; otherwise you start to flat-line in your life.” –Sylvester Stallone

8) “So many of dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable.” – Christopher Reeve

9) “An ounce of practice it worth more than tons of preaching.” –Gandhi

10) “If you always put limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus…” –Bruce Lee

11) “When things aren’t adding up in your life, start subtracting.” –Anonymous

12) “Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside while still alive. Never surrender.” —Tupac Shakur

13) “Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.” –Frank Zappa

14) “In 1995 I had $7 bucks in my pocket and knew two things: I’m broke as hell and one day I won’t be. You Can Achieve Anything!” –Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson

15) “No pressure, no diamonds.” –Thomas Carlyle, Scottish Philosopher & Essayist

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Great classics to read now

Looking for a great novel to read now? Then check out these classic books curated by the Lightins review team.

1984 by George Orwell

This is the book that gave us the neologism “Orwellian,” an adjective used to describe official surveillance and deception, like the activities conducted by 1984’s government. While it isn’t exactly a heartwarming book, it will definitely get you to think and make you more attuned to the big issues today: free speech and free press, the dangers of the surveillance state, and the importance of history.

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger

Holden Caulfield is a captivating character, because his outlook is just so jaded – he’s merely sixteen. This book was first published in 1951, and its appeal back then – and now – is just how different it was from the typical novel of the early fifties. Salinger liberally uses profanity, portrays sexuality, and employs an unabashedly casual tone. Themes of angst and alienation thread throughout this classic text: it will appeal to teenagers and adults alike.

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Great reads to share with your children now

With warmer weather ahead of us now is the time to get outdoors with your children and with a good book! Here are a few great children’s reads to share with them now, curated by the Lightins review team.

Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes

This is the story of a little girl with an extraordinary name she loves, until others start to tease her. The kind words and actions of a teacher give Chrysanthemum and her classmates a new perspective. This book teaches children about the power of words to hurt and heal, and how one person can make things right.

Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney & Anita Jeram

“Guess how much I love you,” says Little Nutbrown Hare. Little Nutbrown Hare shows his daddy how much he loves him: as wide as he can reach and as far as he can hop. But Big Nutbrown Hare, who can reach farther and hop higher, loves him back just as much. Well then Little Nutbrown Hare loves him right up to the moon, but that’s just halfway to Big Nutbrown Hare’s love for him.

New Kid by Jerry Craf

It’s always hard being the new kid at school, but it can be particularly difficult when you’re from Washington Heights in New York City and you earned a spot at an elite private school across town. New Kidfollows Jordan’s first year at Riverdale, addressing racism and other tricky issues head-on. This thoughtful book was awarded the Newbery Medal in 2020, becoming the first graphic novel to win its category.

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Romance to read now

Looking for something hot and spicy to keep your nights warm? Then look no further than this selection by the Lightins review team.

Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade

Spoiler Alert fulfills every fangirl’s daydreams. When April Whittier goes viral for her plus-sized take on the fictional character Lavinia, not all of her online commenters are positive. In order to spite her critics, Marcus Caster-Rupp, who plays Lavinia’s beau, Aeneas, on TV, takes April out on the town. But Marcus has a secret: while the world knows him as Aeneas, Marcus is better known to fan fiction readers as Book!AeneasWouldNever. The secrets don’t stop there, because while Marcus and April have only just now met in person, they’ve known each other online for months. As Marcus’s feelings for April grow, he has to choose between the lies that protect his identity and the love and career he’s worked so hard for.

All This Time by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott

Love, grief, and healing are at the center of this newest YA novel by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott. When Kyle goes to his high school graduation party, he never would have guessed by the end of the night that his girlfriend, Kimberly, would break up with him and that they would get into a car accident that leaves Kimberly dead and Kyle himself with a brain injury. While recovering, Kyle meets Marley, who has some healing of her own to do. But as they each heal their own wounds, the feelings between them grow. While this love story has plenty of sweet moments, be sure to have some tissues handy!

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Wonderful quotes to celebrate dogs

Take a moment to appreciate man’s best friend with these wonderful quotes curated by the Lightins review team.

“You can judge a man’s true character by the way he treats his fellow animals.”

“All his life he tried to be a good person. Many times, however, he failed. For after all, he was only human. He wasn’t a dog.”

“A man can live and be healthy without killing animals for food; therefore, if he eats meat, he participates in taking animal life merely for the sake of his appetite. And to act so is immoral.”

“Animals don’t hate, and we’re supposed to be better than them.”

“The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven not man’s.”

“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.”

“You think those dogs will not be in heaven! I tell you they will be there long before any of us.”

“If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience.”

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Quotes to elevate your perspective on having important role models in your life

If you have a role model in your life that you look up to, you must know how important this person is to you. Here are some well-known quotes that will resonate with you the important of having this person in your life, curated by the Lightins review team.

“People need role models. Are you up to the job?” – Frank Sonnenberg

“Perseverance is the act of true role models and heroes.”- Liza Wiemer

“Role models are only of limited use. For no one is as important, potentially powerful and as key in your life and world as you.” – Rasheed Ogunlaru

“Role models set goals for you and try to make you as good as they are. Role models are important.” – Kasey Zacharias

“The biggest problem with mentorship is that in almost all cases the mentor either cannot make the mentee better than them, or does not want that to ever happen.” – Mokokoma Mokhonoana

“The only people you have to look out for in life are the people that don’t care about anything or anyone. These are the people that end up teaching your children.” – Shannon L. Alder

“The role that people play in your life can determine how far you can go.” – Israelmore Ayivor

“We all need role mzdels in different seasons, people we look to who bring encouragement for the journey.” – Sue Detweiler

“You are the combination of the five people you look up to.” – Mike Yanek

“As you get older, it is harder to have heroes, but it is sort of necessary.” – Ernest Hemingway

“Don’t worry that children never listen to you. Worry that they are always watching you.” – Robert Fulghum

“Everyone in society should be a role model, not only for their own self-respect, but for respect from others.” – Barry Bonds

“Family is the first school for young children, and parents are powerful models.” – Alice Sterling Honig

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Great Quotes On Enthusiasm

Enjoy this collection of quotes on enthusiasm curated by the Lightins review team.

“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life. How do you get it? You act enthusiastic until you make it a habit.” – Gordon Parks

“Fires can’t be made with dead embers, nor can enthusiasm be stirred by spiritless men. Enthusiasm in our daily work lightens effort and turns even labor into pleasant tasks.” – James A. Baldwin

“Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it nothing great was ever achieved.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

“There is a real magic in enthusiasm. It spells the difference between mediocrity and accomplishment.” – Norman Vincent Peale

“If you have passion, there is no need for excuses because your enthusiasm will trump any negative reasoning you might come up with. Enthusiasm makes excuses a nonissue.” – Wayne Dyer

“I know of no single formula for success. But over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents, their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration to work together.” – Queen Elizabeth II

“Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill

“A man can succeed at almost anything for which he has unlimited enthusiasm.” – Charles Schwab

“It is not easy to find something that will intrigue and bind your interest and enthusiasm. This you must seek for yourself.” -Walter Annenberg

“I consider my ability to arouse enthusiasm among men the greatest asset I possess. The way to develop the best that is in a man is by appreciation and encouragement.” – Charles M. Schwab

“I believe that education is all about being excited about something. Seeing passion and enthusiasm helps push an educational message.” – Steve Irwin

“I can’t tell you how many people say they were turned off from science because of a science teacher that completely sucked out all the inspiration and enthusiasm they had for the course.” – Neil deGrasse Tyson

“Creativity is a natural extension of our enthusiasm.” – Earl Nightingale

“Enthusiasm will steady the heart and strengthen the will; it will give force to the thought and nerve to the hand until what was only a possibility becomes a reality.” – Orison Swett Marden

“I think the really good mountaineer is the man with the technical ability of the professional and with the enthusiasm and freshness of approach of the amateur.” – Edmund Hillary

“When the technique doesn’t arrive at the best level, arrive with your heart, with head, with enthusiasm, with passion, with work.” – Antonio Conte

“Hang on to your youthful enthusiasms — you’ll be able to use them better when you’re older.” – Seneca

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Words to manage grief and anxiety in your life

If you are having a rough day or week, then take a read through these powerful words curated by the Lightins review team to help you manage the grief, anxiety and stress of everyday life.

“Nothing is permanent in this wicked world, not even our troubles.” – Charlie Chaplin

“Note to self: I am allowed to cry, I am allowed to scream, but I am not allowed to give up. It will all get done somehow. Just breathe.”

“Whenever you feel sad just remember that there are billions of cells in your body and all they care about is you.”

“You’re going to pass something down no matter what you do or if you do nothing. Even if you let yourself go fallow, the weeds will grow and the brambles. Something will grow.”

“Cheer up now, you faint-hearted warrior. Not only has Christ travelled the road, but He has defeated your enemies.”

“I will rise up! I will not be defeated! My champion is Jesus Christ.”

“When you’re lonely have a cup of tea. Read a good book. Breathe. Know that even the saddest moments will come to an end eventually.”

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

“When it rains, it pours… but soon, the sun shines again. Stay positive. Better days are on their way.”

“Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.”

“Sometimes it takes an overwhelming breakdown to have an undeniable breakthrough.”

“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”

“If you really love something set it free. If it comes back it’s yours, if not it wasn’t meant to be.”

“They can’t hurt you unless you let them.”

“I hope you wake up feeling exceptional. You are important, needed and unique.”

“Sometimes breakups aren’t meant for makeups, sometimes they are meant for wake-ups.”

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