The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle Quotes

“When facing unbeatable odds, just think of yourself as unbeatably odd. (The Hero's Guide to Being a Hero)”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“No one is defined by a single act," Frederic said. "Whether it was years ago or weeks ago. We're all given chances to change, to make up for things we've done wrong. It's how we handle those opportunities that really matters.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Mere words cannot defeat a true hero. Unless they happen to be the words to some sort of Instant Death Spell. Magic is scary.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Listen up, Mount High-Hair," Gustav barked. "Say what you want about me, but lay off the rest of the team. I've been through a lot of stuff with these people. Nobody can tell me that Fancy Dancer and Lady Slick-Pants aren't heroes. Captain Gloom-Cape over there, too. And even Shrimp Charming has his moments."

Briar leaned back in her chair. "I admire your ability to insult your friends *while* you defend them. It's a rare talent.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“The people need a hero. But all they've got is . . . me.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“When writing down a plan, I suggest numbering the steps. But just in case your plan falls into enemy hands, make sure you number them in the wrong order." - The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Sometimes a hero can be found in the most unexpected of places. That's when you must say to him, "Get out of my kitchen, silly! Don't you have some monsters to fight?" - The Hero's Guide to Being a Hero”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“It is the villains who covet treasure, not the heroes. Unless the treasure in question is a really snazzy belt buckle, in which case, who can resist? —THE HERO’S GUIDE TO BEING A HERO”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“You’re never too young to start being a hero. Practice dueling one-handed so you never need to drop your blankie. —THE HERO’S GUIDE TO BEING A HERO”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“I'm pretty much a goddess around here.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Never regret anything. (If that turns out to be bad advice, I sincerely apologize.)”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“It's still a cowl," Frederic grumbled (few things could cause him to summon up his inner courage like improper word usage).”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“By almost any assessment, the giant was a terrible artist. But he was lucky enough to settle in Jangleheim, a nation whose people had notoriously poor taste. Which just goes to show: There's a place for everybody.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“If someone stands in your path to glory, crush him. If someone holds you back from achieving your goals, crush him. If someone peppers his speech with too many “ers” or “ums,” crush him.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“When writing down a plan, I suggest numbering the steps. But just in case your plan falls into enemy hands, make sure you number them in the wrong order.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Knowledge is power. For instance, don’t you feel much more powerful now that you have the knowledge that knowledge is power?”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“No one is defined by a single act,” Frederic said. “Whether it was years ago or weeks ago. We’re all given chances to change, to make up for things we’ve done wrong. It’s how we handle those opportunities that really matters.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“You’re never too young to start being a hero. Practice dueling one-handed so you never need to drop your blankie.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Knowledge is power, for instance. Now that you have the knowledge that knowledge is power, don't you feel more powerful?”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Knowledge is power. Now that you have the knowledge that knowledge is power, don't you feel more powerful?”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“The element of surprise can offer a hero great advantage in battle. The element of oxygen—also important.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“A warlord’s home should inspire fear in all who lay eyes on it. The walls should induce shivers; the entryway should instill abject terror. Visions of the welcome mat should haunt visitors in their nightmares.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“You really are clueless, aren’t you?” Briar interjected. “No one will sing of your victory—no one can know about your victory. This is a secret mission.” Gustav kicked the table. “Never mind, I’m out,” he grumbled. “But, Gustav,” Ella said. “You might still get the chance to punch someone.” “All right, I’m back in.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“Several guards started to rush toward her, but Briar raised her hands to stop them. “Stay back!” she commanded. “No violence near the dress!”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

“When facing unbeatable odds, just think of yourself as unbeatably odd.”
― Christopher Healy, The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle