J.K. Rowling Quotes

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J.K. Rowling Quotes

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"I solemnly swear that I am up to no good"

Source: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban | Author: J.K. Rowling

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"If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals."

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | Author: J. K. Rowling

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"It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live."

Source: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone | Author: J. K. Rowling

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"It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."

Source: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets | Author: J.K. Rowling

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"It matters not what someone is born, but what they grow to be."

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | Author: J.K. Rowling

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"It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends."

Source: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone | Author: J.K. Rowling

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