P.S. from Paris

by Marc Levy

“Friends don’t judge friends. They just gradually learn to understand them better.”

“No, I’m serious. People think writing is an easy job, and in some ways it is. Flexible hours, no boss, no real structure . . . but working without any structure is a bit like sailing a boat in the middle of the ocean. All it takes is an unexpected wave and you’re dead in the water.

“So your fear of flying isn’t really all that’s holding you back.” “Well, we all need a good excuse for keeping our heads buried in the sand. So what’s yours?”

If only heartache were contagious, you would love me as much as I love you.

When feelings are hard to pin down, we hope that they will take shape as they grow.

Things that are out of reach are always more desirable.

“There is no such thing as the perfect parent, just like there is no such thing as the perfect child.

“A nightmare is merely a dream that has outstayed its welcome . . .”

I’ve known you too long for that. I can’t help it if someone else makes you suffer, but I’m not going to sit by and watch while you suffer for your own mistakes. I’m your friend, and if I don’t say anything, I’ll feel responsible.”

don’t think about anything but your characters, your friends . . . the things that reassure you. You can’t ignore your nerves, but you can fight to overcome them. As soon as you get out on that set, they’ll disappear.”