I don't know why, but life is usually more complicated than the plans that we make.

I'm big on having a blistering pace. That's one of the hallmarks of what I do, and that's not easy. I never blow up cars and things like that, so it's something else that keeps the suspense flowing. I try not to write a chapter that isn't going to turn on the movie projector in your head.

Dear God," said Nudge under her breath, "I want real parents. But I want them to want me too. I want them to love me. I already love them. Please see what you can do. Thanks very much. Love, Nudge." Okay, so I'm not saying we were pros at this or anything. (Max thoughts)

The weird, weird thing about devastating loss is tha life actually goes on.

Love between two people can last a long time if the people love themselves some, and are ready to give love to another person.

I'm way hot," he muttered. "But I don't feel sick. Just — way hot." Fang

We try not to encourage demonstrations of his mastery of the gaseous arts.