I love picture books. I think some of the best people in children's books are the ones who create their own picture books. I wish I could say I'm one of them, but I'm not.

Isn't that interesting. All the book clubs. I've never belonged to one.

Nothing teaches you as much about writing dialogue as listening to it.

My only advice is to stay aware, listen carefully, and yell for help if you need it.

I love to talk with children. I try to visit schools but it's hard for me to travel when I'm trying to write. Some authors are able to do both.

My parents gave me that gift of "reading is a good thing." I mean my mother was afraid of everything. But she was never afraid that Judy is reading.

That's good when you don't know what you're doing. But you're doing it and it's spontaneous and you're not afraid.