More quotes by Markus Zusak, The Book Thief

"The book thief has struck for the first time – the beginning of an illustrious career."
"I want words at my funeral. But I guess that means you need life in your life."
"I am haunted by humans."
"He does something to me, that boy. Every time. It’s his only detriment. He steps on my heart. He makes me cry."
"I could introduce myself properly, but it's not really necessary. You will know me well enough and soon enough, depending on a diverse range of variables. It suffices to say that at some point in time, I will be standing over you, as genially as possible. Your soul will be in my arms. A color will be perched on my shoulder. I will carry you gently away."