The 2,548 Wittiest Things Anybody Ever Said
Even though it may be easy enough to find a quote online, books of quotations are still great fun for both the casual browser and the serious writer.  Byrne’s book is a fresh collection of creative zingers, from famous as well as lesser-known sources. Categories include the expected “Dating,” “Children,” “Education,” and “Politics” as well as the amusing “Hooey” and “Stupidity.”  A good, affordable choice for public library collections. --Rebecca Vnuk