We’re thrilled to announce one of the biggest updates in eNotes history — the brand-new eNotes Quotes, your ultimate resource for discovering, understanding, and analyzing the most important lines in literature, from classics to modern works of nonfiction..
What It Is
eNotes Quotes is a massive, ever-growing collection of literary quotes from thousands of books, plays, poems, and short stories. Each quote is expertly tagged and organized by:
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Book or work
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Author
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Themes and literary tags (love, identity, freedom, etc.)
Whether you’re writing an essay, prepping for class discussion, or just exploring your favorite authors and books, the eNotes Quotes makes it easier than ever to find the perfect quote — and understand why it matters.
What Makes It Different
Every quote on eNotes comes with in-depth analysis written by real literature experts, so you can go beyond the text. Understand not just what a character says, but why it’s important, and how it connects to bigger ideas, themes, and literary movements.
You can:
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Search instantly by book, character, theme, or any keyword.
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Filter by author or tag to explore related works.
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Save and reference key lines for essays, assignments, or your next big idea.
And best of all, it’s completely free to use.
Why Quotes?
Quotes are the heart of literary understanding. They reveal tone, theme, and meaning — the building blocks of every great essay. With the new eNotes Quotes, you don’t just find quotes — you gain context, clarity, and confidence in your interpretations.
What’s Next
This is only the beginning. In future updates, eNotes Premium users will be able to:
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Integrate quotes directly into Essay Outlines and Instant Answers tools.
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Save favorite quotes for quick reference.
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Build custom quote collections for projects or classroom use.
Explore eNotes Quotes Today
It’s free, fast, and built to make literature more accessible to everyone.
Start exploring now at eNotes.com/quotes
Find the line. Learn its meaning. Make it yours.