When you go down a dark alley and you feel that tingling across the back of your neck, that's not just a bad feeling, that's a biological gift from God - the Gift of Fear...when you ignore that gift - when you go down the dark alley and say, Y'know, I'm sure it'll be okay - that's when you find real pain.

Most archivists don't like surprises. That's why we work in the past.

The worst lies in life are the ones we tell ourselves.

In this world, there was nothing scarier than trusting someone. But there was also nothing more rewarding.

Here's what I love: I love sitting at my desk, staring at the blank screen, and beginning that conversation with my imaginary friends.

My worst moments as a parent have been much like my greatest moments as a parent: the product of complete and perfect accident.

...as your father, my instinct is to protect you ... Other people will want to protect you too. But remember that you are not a damsel in distress, waiting for some prince to rescue you. Forget the prince. With your brain and your resourcefulness, you can rescue yourself.