"There is no author whose books I..." - Quote by Bill Gates

“Nobody spends any money on smallpox unless they worry about a bio-terrorist recreating it.”

“By almost any measure, the world is better than it has ever been. People are living longer, healthier lives. Many nations that were aid recipients are now self-sufficient. You might think that such striking progress would be widely celebrated, but in fact, Melinda and I are struck by how many people think the world is getting worse. The belief that the world can’t solve extreme poverty and disease isn’t just mistaken. It is harmful. That’s why in this year’s letter we take apart some of the myths that slow down the work. The next time you hear these myths, we hope you will do the same.”

“There is a difference between what technology enables and what historical business practices enable.”

“When we read a book, our most essential trait - imagination - is given the opportunity to soar.”

“Focus in on the genre you want to write, and read books in that genre. A LOT of books by a variety of authors. And read with questions in your mind.”

“The difference between literature and journalism is that journalism is unreadable and literature is not read.”

“Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable.”

“The willingness to listen and act on your inspiration is imperative if you're going to live the life you desire.”

“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.”