But I found my family. I found the right thing to do. I found the way home.

People nearly always believe, and are willing to back it up with weapons and cruelty, that their religion and way of life is better than the other person's

When in doubt, shut up.

I love writing and do not know why it is considered such a difficult, agonizing profession.

I'll take you to Mickey D's," said Sean. "I'll buy you a hamburger." Annie was not thrilled. Sean's offer did not compare to offers made in other centuries. "And fries," Sean said. "And a vanilla milkshake." Annie remained unthrilled. "Okay, okay. You can have a Big Mac." Romance in my century, she thought, is pitiful.

I believe my readers are crazy about their parents and want to be just like them when they grow up

People think they own time. They have watches and clocks and digital pulses. But they are wrong. Time owns them.