E.L. James Quotes & Sayings

I've never felt the way I felt when you left, Anastasia. I would move heaven and earth to avoid feeling like that again. — E.L. James

- "Why don't you like to be touched?"
- "Because I'm fifty shades of fucked-up, Anastasia — E.L. James

The time has flown by in a haze of new faces, work to do, and Mr. Jack Hyde. Mr. Jack Hyde ... — E.L. James

[Christian Grey] didn't want me as a girlfriend. I turn on to my side. Idly, I wonder if perhaps he's celibate. — E.L. James

God, I'm a lucky son of a bitch." - Christian Grey — E.L. James

The unfamiliar feeling surfaces, swelling in my chest, unnamed and dangerous. — E.L. James

I don't make love . . I fuck . . hard — E.L. James

You're the only person I'd fly three thousand miles to see. — E.L. James

You can't fathom why some people behave the way they do — E.L. James

Because my wife worked for him, and I run security checks on anyone my wife works with - Christian Grey — E.L. James

What happened to her?"
"We finished."
"Why?"
"She wanted more."
"And you didn't?"
He shakes his head.
"I've never wanted more, until I met you. — E.L. James

Sweet Jesus, you're wearing stockings.
Christian Grey — E.L. James

Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit, Miss Steele. — E.L. James

You smell heavenly. I slept on your side of your side of the bed because your pillow smells of you. — E.L. James

I am going to New York whether you like it or not," I hiss. "Don't count - " I hang up, cutting him off mid-sentence. — E.L. James

But, you have needs." "I need you more. — E.L. James

Sir?" "Come in here." Andrea appears at the doorway, — E.L. James

This I have to hear. You know she popped his cherry?" "Elliot!" Grace scolds, and swats him with a dish towel. "Ow!" He fends her off. — E.L. James

Anastasia, you were comatose. Necrophilia is not my thing. — E.L. James

Hmm.. you and I, we're giving each other many firsts. — E.L. James

I tug my Seahawks cap low over my face and sprint on down Western Avenue. — E.L. James

I will never get enough of you. Don't leave me," he murmurs and kisses my belly.
"I'm not going anywhere, Christian, and I seem to remember that I wanted to kiss your belly," I grumble sleepily.
He grins at my skin. "Nothing stopping you baby. — E.L. James

Ray's voice echoes in my head from one of his many self-defense lectures.
It's the panic that's gonna kill you or get you seriously hurt, Annie. — E.L. James

Would you like something to eat?" I ask.
He nods slowly. "Yes. You." he murmurs. — E.L. James

Heel. The errant thought makes me shift in my chair. She peeks up at me and bites down on her full bottom lip. Fuck! How did I not notice how inviting that mouth is? "S-Sorry, I'm not used to this." I can tell, baby, but right now I don't give a damn because I can't take my eyes off your mouth. — E.L. James

Crusty and Cross here,' he says and I grin. He's still playful Fifty. My inner goddess is clapping her hands with glee like a small child. — E.L. James

I smile at the thought. And finally, there's a key. "To my heart and soul," he whispers. Tears prick my eyes. I launch myself at him, curling my arms around his neck and settling into his lap. "It's such a thoughtful present. I love it. Thank you," I murmur against his ear. Oh, he smells so good - clean, of fresh linen, body wash, and Christian. Like home, my home. My threatened tears begin to fall. — E.L. James

I just told you I didn't - and I don't like to be doubted," he scolds. "I didn't go anywhere last weekend. I sat and made the glider you gave me. Took me forever," he adds quietly. — E.L. James

I find two welcome hair ties at the same time in my bag and quickly tie my hair in pigtails. Yes! The more girly I look perhaps the safer I'll be from Bluebeard. — E.L. James

He wouldn't let her work. You know, he was controlling. Some men are like that.' He gives me a quick sideways smily. 'Really? A controlling man, surely a mythical creature?' I don't think I can squeeze any more sarcasm into my response. — E.L. James

I value my anonymity. I'm happy to come in on the tube or the train and watch other people reading 'Fifty Shades.' — E.L. James

Good. Until tomorrow, perhaps." I cant just leave. I have to let her know I'm interested. "Oh, and Anastasia? I'm glad Miss Kavanagh couldn't do the interview." Delighting in her stunned expression, I sling the bag over my shoulder and saunter out of the store.
Yes, against my better judgement, I want her. Now I have to wait ... fucking wait ... again. — E.L. James

Damon: I'm mad at you because I love you! — E.L. James

The pain is such that I refuse to acknowledge it. I feel numb. I have somehow escaped from my body and am now a casual observer to this unfolding tragedy. — E.L. James

F##k the paperwork! — E.L. James

Do you know what you mean to me?" he murmurs, "If something happened to you, because of me ... " His voice trails off, his brow creasing, and the pain that flashes across his face is almost palpable. He looks so vulnerable - his fear very much apparent. — E.L. James

His hands fist in my hair as he pulls my face up to his, and his mouth is on mine, a passionate desperation in his kiss. I don't know why this takes me by surprise, but it does. I taste his relief, his longing, and his residual anger while his tongue possesses my mouth. He stops, gazing down at me, resting his weight against me so I can't move. He leaves me breathless, clinging to him for support, staring up into that beautiful face etched with determination and without any trace of humor. — E.L. James

I don't have a philosophy as such. Maybe a guiding principle, Carnegie's A man who acquires the ability to take full possession of his own mind may take possessionof anything else to which he is justly entitled.' I'm very singular, driven. I like control... of myself and those around me. — E.L. James

Can't imagine my life without you. — E.L. James

There is so much to see - little alleys and passageways leading to courtyards with intricate stone fountains, ancient and modern sculptures, and fascinating little boutiques and shops. — E.L. James

Oh, baby, we both know that if you throw down the gauntlet I'll be only too happy to pick it up. — E.L. James

Follow your heart, darling, and please, please - try not to overthink things. Relax and enjoy yourself. You are so young, sweetheart. You have so much of life to experience yet, just let it happen. You deserve the best of everything. — E.L. James

It's the way I am."
"How did you become this way?"
"Why is anyone the way they are? That's kind of hard to answer. Why do some people like cheese and other people hate it? Do you like cheese? Mrs. Jones - my housekeeper - has left this for supper." He takes some large, white plates from a cupboard and places one in front of me. We're talking about cheese ... Holy crap. — E.L. James

I had no idea you'd all be so worried. — E.L. James

I turn and gaze at him midway. Chin up Steele, I chide myself.
"Oh ... by the way, I'm wearing your underwear." I gave him a small smile and pull up the waistband of the boxer briefs I'm wearing so he can see. Christian's mouth drops open, shocked. What a great reaction. My mood shifts immediately, and I sashay into the house, part of me wanting to jump and punch the air. — E.L. James

"Grey - you're on my shit list and I'm watching you. — E.L. James

It means I can trust you ... to stop me. I never want to hurt you," he murmurs. "I need - " He halts. "You need what?" "I need control, Ana. Like I need you. It's the only way I can function. I can't let go of it. I can't. I've tried ... And yet, with you ... " He shakes his head in exasperation. — E.L. James

I need to be home this — E.L. James

Love is for fools, Christian. — E.L. James

He steps out of his Converse shoes and reaches down and takes his socks off individually. — E.L. James

brain-to-mouth filter malfunction. — E.L. James

Never trust a man who can dance. — E.L. James

She feels so good and welcoming, like home. Reluctantly, I relinquish her, and Bob gives me an awkward one-armed hug. He seems unsteady on his feet, and I remember that he's hurt his leg. "Welcome back, Ana. Why you cryin'?" he asks. "Aw, Bob, I'm just pleased to see you, too." I stare up into his handsome square-jawed face and his twinkling blue eyes that gaze at me fondly. I like this husband, Mom. You can keep him. He takes my backpack. "Jeez, Ana, what have you got in here?" That would be the Mac, and they both put their arms around me as we head for the parking lot. I always forget how unbearably hot it is in Savannah. Leaving the cool air-conditioned confines of the arrival terminal, we step into the Georgia heat like we're wearing it. Whoa! It saps everything. I have to struggle out of Mom and Bob's embrace so — E.L. James

I can't tell jokes.'
'Mr. Grey! Something you can't do?' I grin at him, and he grins back.
'No, hopeless joke teller.' He looks so proud of himself that I start to giggle. — E.L. James

I don't. That's the point. I feel about punishment the way you feel about me touching you. — E.L. James

Okay, and what do I get out of this?" He shrugs and looks almost apologetic. "Me," he says simply. — E.L. James

My inner goddess is celebrating her inner bitch — E.L. James

He's Excited. Like a small boy, he's iridescent with anticipation and excitement. It makes me smile. — E.L. James

Gin and tonic," Christian says. "Hendricks if you have it or Bombay Sapphire. Cucumber with the Hendricks, lime with the Bombay. — E.L. James

She's my dream catcher. — E.L. James

I know I've not had these things in my past, but I want them in my future. — E.L. James

perceptibly with anger. "I — E.L. James

Are you going to continue to scold me?" "Is that what I'm doing?" "I think so." "You're lucky I'm just scolding you." "What do you mean?" "Well, if you were mine, you wouldn't be able to sit down for a week after the stunt you pulled yesterday. You didn't eat, you got drunk, you put yourself at risk." He closes his eyes, dread etched briefly on his face, and he shudders. When he opens his eyes, he glares at me. "I hate to think what could have happened to you." I scowl back at him. What is his problem? What's it to him? If I was his ... Well, I'm not. Though maybe part of me would like to be. The thought pierces through the irritation I feel at his high-handed words. I flush at the waywardness of my subconscious - she's doing her happy dance in a bright red hula skirt at the thought of being his. — E.L. James

Do you have any idea how happy you make me feel?" he murmurs. "Yes ... I know exactly. Because you do the same for me. — E.L. James

Three little words. My world stands still, tilts, then spins on a new axis. — E.L. James

This book is dedicated to those readers who asked ... and asked ... and asked ... and asked for this. Thank you for all that you've done for me. You rock my world every day. — E.L. James

I'd really like to tie you up right now - Christian Grey — E.L. James

Veneration. It's as if he's worshipping me. He teases me — E.L. James

I glance down his body. He's still wearing his shorts and his shirt, and I still have my T-shirt on. Jeez
talk about wham, bam, thank you ma'am. — E.L. James

The world of Katherine Kavanagh is very clear, very black and white. Not the intangible, mysterious, vague hues of gray that color my world. Welcome to my world. — E.L. James

The panic that's gonna kill you or get you seriously hurt, — E.L. James

You're my lifeline, he whispers, and he kisses my knuckles before pressing my palm against his. — E.L. James

Sitting beside me, he gently pulls my sweatpants down again. Up and down like whores — E.L. James

Perhaps this agony will wash away in the shower. — E.L. James

We've come so far together, we have so far to go, but we are made for each other. We are meant to be. — E.L. James

Mr. Grey will see you now, — E.L. James

Could I have a vanilla relationship with Anastasia?
My scalp prickles.
Fuck. Possibly. — E.L. James

If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well. — E.L. James

- Come on, Miss Steele, sooner you're in bed, sooner you'll be fucked and sooner you can sleep.
- Mr Grey, you are a born romantic — E.L. James

One. It's the best. Mommy likes them, too. I like when Mommy plays with the cars and me. The red is her best. Today she sits on the couch staring at the wall. The green car flies into the rug. The red car follows. Then the yellow. Crash! But Mommy doesn't see. I do it again. Crash! But Mommy doesn't see. I aim the green car at her feet. But — E.L. James

Besides, immense power is acquired by assuring yourself in your secret reveries that you were born to control things. — E.L. James

You said you loved me, is that now in the past tense?" "No, it's not." "Good. — E.L. James

This is mine," he whispers aggressively. "All mine. Do you understand? — E.L. James

Is there anything you won't do?"
"I don't know."
"What do you mean you don't know?"
"I've never done anything like this."
"Well, when you've had sex, was there anything that you didn't like doing?"
For the first time in what seems to be ages, I blush.
"You can tell me, Anastasia. We have to be honest with each other or this isn't going to work."
I squirm uncomfortably again and stare at my knotted fingers.
"Tell me," he commands.
"Well ... I haven't had sex before, so I don't know." My voice is small. I peek up at him, and he's gaping at me, frozen, and pale-really pale.
"Never?" he whispers. T shake my head.
"You're a virgin?" he breathes. I nod, flushing again. He closed his eyes and looks to be counting to ten. When he opens them again, he's angry, glaring at me.
"Why the fuck didn't you tell me?" he growls — E.L. James

Laters,' I whisper. — E.L. James

My world was ordered, calm, and controlled, then you came into my life with your smart mouth, your innocence, your beauty, and your quiet temerity ... and everything before you was just dull, empty, mediocre ... it was nothing. — E.L. James

Are you in Portland on business? I ask, and my voice is too high, like I've got my finger trapped in a door or something. Damn! Try to be cool, Ana! — E.L. James

Oh Christian ... my possessive, jealous, control freak Christian. — E.L. James

I can't bear to hurt you because I love you. — E.L. James

Well, when you were nearly run over by the cyclist-and i was holding you and you were looking up at me - all 'kiss me , kiss me, Christian — E.L. James

Oh, I exercise control in all things, Miss Steele. — E.L. James

I want my world to start and end with you. — E.L. James

I never set out to do this - getting to No. 1 in the 'New York Times' bestseller list wasn't even a pipedream. — E.L. James

Oh my, the look he gives me could be solely responsible for global warming. — E.L. James

You know, you're topping from the bottom," he murmurs against my lips.
"What?" I don't understand what he's talking about.
"Don't worry. I'll live with it," he whispers, amused ... — E.L. James

It's a little blip. There's a tiny little blip in my belly. Tiny. Wow. I forget my discomfort as I stare dumbfounded at the blip ... The little blip is a baby. A real honest to goodness baby. Christian's baby. My baby. Holy cow. A baby! - Ana Grey — E.L. James

I gaze out over the wide blue water, wondering what I could possibly have done in the past to have fortune smile and deliver this man to me — E.L. James

In very simple terms, I want you to want to please me. — E.L. James

She is sunshine, she is light...she is his. — E.L. James

Anastasia, you should always read anything you sign, he admonishes me. — E.L. James