“Courageous hearts weren't banned from the breast of women.” — Michael J. Sullivan Courage Copy Share Image
“Revenge is a bittersweet fruit that leaves the foul aftertaste of regret.” — Michael J. Sullivan Regret Copy Share Image
“Power doesn't equal worth. Wisdom is a far greater virtue.” — Michael J. Sullivan Character Copy Share Image
“if you can’t trust an ancient talking tree, what was the point of having one?” — Michael J. Sullivan Flower Copy Share Image
If this hast been done to language, I fear to know the fate of all else. — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“Religion and tradition remain allies in a system that's still perceived to be fair.” — Michael J. Sullivan Fair Copy Share Image
You don’t win battles with hate. Anger and hate can make you brave, make you strong, but they also make you stupid.… — Michael J. Sullivan Anger Copy Share Image
“The 2XL shirt was still too small, leaving an exposed band of pale skin muffining out of his jeans.” — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“no one would ever demand compensation to keep people alive. You make us sound like monsters, as if people wouldn’t help others… — Michael J. Sullivan Compensation Copy Share Image
“A wise man once told me no man can escape death, but it’s how we run that defines us. And if I… — Michael J. Sullivan Death Copy Share Image
“You're not going to charge us for the tower, I hope," Hadrian said. "But if you are, it was Royce's fault and… — Michael J. Sullivan Hadrian Copy Share Image
Any chance he’s turned a new leaf and taken up sailing for real?” “About as likely as me doing it.” Hadrian eyed… — Michael J. Sullivan Chance Copy Share Image
“Remember, it’s easier to believe an outlandish lie confirming what you suspect than the most obvious truth that denies it,” — Michael J. Sullivan Truth Copy Share Image
“It was like waiting for the sunrise and a chicken to hatch—if the sun marked the end of the world and the… — Michael J. Sullivan End of the world Copy Share Image
Anthony Ryan is a new fantasy author destined to make his mark on the genre. His debut novel, Blood Song, certainly has… — Michael J. Sullivan Age Copy Share Image
I need your help.” Royce looked up as if his head weighed a hundred pounds, his eyes red, his face ashen. He… — Michael J. Sullivan Chance Copy Share Image
“The abbot once told me that lying was a betrayal to one’s self. It’s evidence of self-loathing. When you are so ashamed… — Michael J. Sullivan Accepting yourself Copy Share Image
You’re too visible, Albert,” Hadrian explained. “Can’t afford to have our favorite noble hauled to some dungeon where they cut off your… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
Royce looked back down at the stream below. "She doesn't even know me. What if she doesn't like me? Few people do."… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“Hadrian discovered that the most fascinating thing about plummeting in total darkness wasn’t the odd sense of euphoria instilled from the free… — Michael J. Sullivan Darkness Copy Share Image
“You can go back to blacksmithing in Hintindar and live a quiet happy life. Do me a favor and marry some pretty… — Michael J. Sullivan Funny Copy Share Image
If this keeps up, we’re going to own Melengar,” Hadrian mentioned. “What’s this we stuff?” Royce asked. “You’re retired, remember?” “Oh? So… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“lying was a betrayal to one’s self. It’s evidence of self-loathing. When you are so ashamed of your actions, thoughts, or intentions,… — Michael J. Sullivan Accepting yourself Copy Share Image
“I think comfort can be a curse, an addiction that without warning or notice erodes hope. Live it long enough and the… — Michael J. Sullivan Comfort Copy Share Image
“And we can’t afford to miss again. We’ll have to literally stab him in the back.” “If we do that, the people… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“How's your foot?” Hadrian asked. “It hurts.” “He had a good hold.” “Bit right through my boot.” “Yeah, that looked painful.” “So… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“I know nothing about war. But let me tell you what I believe. I think running from responsibility breeds self-loathing and despair.… — Michael J. Sullivan Amazing things Copy Share Image
Another last-minute, good-deed job,” Royce grumbled as he stuffed supplies into his saddlebag. “True,” Hadrian said, slinging his sword belt over his… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
Hadrian shook his head and sighed. “Why do you have to make everything so difficult? They’re probably not bad people—just poor. You… — Michael J. Sullivan Bad people Copy Share Image
“Oh, it's nothing to be ashamed of. Slaying a villain in the service of your king is the stuff of legends and… — Michael J. Sullivan Accept yourself Copy Share Image
“Although men were strong like rocks, any stone could crack. Women were more like water. They nurtured life and could shape the… — Michael J. Sullivan Feminism Copy Share Image
See, that’s the difference,” Mauvin said. “I suffer a loss and people console me. Royce suffers a loss and whole towns evacuate. — Michael J. Sullivan Differences Copy Share Image
“Breathe the air, taste the wine, kiss the girls, and always remember that the tales of another are never as wondrous as… — Michael J. Sullivan Inspirational Copy Share Image
“Life is all about conflict. The pursuit of happiness—that’s life, not the achievement. It’s all about the journey, my friend.” — Michael J. Sullivan Friendship Copy Share Image
“Losing leaves a bitter taste that lingers long after the sweetness of victory has been forgotten.” — Michael J. Sullivan Anger Copy Share Image
“There are no honorable causes. There is no good or evil. Evil is only what we all call those who oppose us.” — Michael J. Sullivan Evil Copy Share Image
“If given a choice between a potentially great hardship and doing nothing, people gravitated toward what was most familiar and comfortable. That… — Michael J. Sullivan Leader Copy Share Image
Stealing swords,” Royce muttered mostly to himself. “Okay, let’s take a look at this tower. The sooner I see it, the sooner… — Michael J. Sullivan Cursing Copy Share Image
“Where are you from, Hadrian?” “Hintindar originally—a little village south of here in Rhenydd.” “Originally? What’s that supposed to mean? You got… — Michael J. Sullivan Hadrian Copy Share Image
Slaying dragons, melting witches, and banishing demons is all fun and games until someone loses a sidekick—then it’s personal. The bad guy… — Michael J. Sullivan Bad guy Copy Share Image
![“Oh, it's nothing to be ashamed of. Slaying a villain in the service of your king is the stuff of legends and what heroes are made of." [Fanen told Myron] "It didn't feel very heroic. It made me sick. I don't even know why I... no, that's a lie. I really have to stop doing that." [Myron said]…” quote by Michael J. Sullivan](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/9eb/michael-j-sullivan-3113_accept-yourself_oh-it-s-nothing-to-be-ashamed-of-slaying_917595.jpg)
