I feel like a big faker because I've been putting my life ba... - Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower

"We accept the love we think we deserve."

"And all the books you've read have been read by other people. And all the songs you've loved have been heard by other people. And that girl that's pretty to you is pretty to other people. and that if you looked at these facts when you were happy, you would feel great because you are describing 'unity."

"And I thought that all those little kids are going to grow up someday. And all of those little kids are going to do the things that we do. And they will all kiss someone someday. But for now, sledding is enough. I think it would be great if sledding were always enough, but it isn't."

"What about when someone doesn't need a shoulder? What if they need the arms?"

"It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book."