“All of us needed time to rest. And we had time – four months of it – to take all the rest in the world.”

But I guess it’s better for people to shut up rather than rather than say something nasty.

While I am a capitalist at heart and I have no problems with commercialization as such, I believe that while it’s okay if education becomes a profitable business, it’s not okay if it becomes corrupt.

In relationship there are always two types of person: one weaker and the other stronger one. It’s never easier to live being as weaker one!

The younger generation is surrounded by the Internet, apps, and video games. But somehow, my books make them read.

She had perfect features, with her eye, nose, lips, and ears the right size and in right places. That is all it takes to make people beautiful, normal body parts – yet why does nature mess it up so many times?

Even now I try to make each page compelling for the readers to get absorbed in the book.

When we choose a mobile network, do we check whether Airtel or Vodafone belong to a particular caste? No, we simply choose the provider based on the best value or service. Then why do we vote for somebody simply because he belongs to the same caste as us?

The real middle class India that has always been looking for a voice that is its very own. I write about it because I belong to it.

Rules, after all, are only made so you can work around them.

We know we are all tarnished, so we doubt everyone else too. It is sad situation, where we need a leader but cannot really trust anyone.

Nothing soothes an upset Punjabi like dairy products.

I think original voices get noticed. But most importantly, I think you should have a story to tell.

It is time to face real world, even if it is harder and painful. I’d rather fly and crash, than just snuggle and sleep.

I’ve told you the four thunderstorms – disappointment, frustration, unfairness and isolation. You cannot avoid them, as like the monsoon they will come into your life at regular intervals. You just need to keep the raincoat handy to not let the spark die.

From biscuit to brides, if there is anything their children really want, parents have a problem.

Pretty girls behave best when you ignore them.

One doesn’t need to know the artist’s private intentions. The work tells all.

Pepperidge Farm bread. That’s fancy bread. You can tell it’s fancy because it’s wrapped twice. You open it, and it still isn’t open. That’s why I don’t buy it. I don’t need another step between me and toast.

I don’t need the perfect one, I just need somebody who will make me feel like I’m the only one.

The smartest thing a woman can ever learn, is to never need a man.

I need a little room to breathe cause I am one step closer to the edge. And I’m about to break.

I do want someone, need someone. You’re right. And, when I’m with you, I feel like I’m a better person. I feel happier. Less alone, less lonely. But it’s not as simple as that, is it? Being with someone?

The old need the company of the young so that they renew their contact with life.

Little Things isn’t about anyone in particular, it’s about all girls. You’re all beautiful and you need to hear it more often.