I loved to read, and I think any child who loves to read will read anything, including the back of the cereal box, which I did every morning.

Things change…things happen…things you can’t even imagine when you’re young and full of hope.

Never give up! And remember, determination is as important as talent.

I've never really thought in terms of taboos. I think that books can really help parents and kids talk together about difficult subjects. I've always felt that way.

I'm a more skilled writer now, but after 23 books it's harder to be fresh and that's really important to me. I don't want to write the same thing over and over again.

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.