My books have three W's on them, which are "words," "wisdom," and "wonder." Words inevitably lead to wisdom, and wisdom inevitably leads to wonder and awe at this phenomenal world around us.

If you're tearing around in a panic about something, then it puts everyone else in a panic as well.

I've never minded being disciplined. I'd always rather have a quiet evening in than go to a wild party. Discipline for me has always been the foundation which leaves me free to fly.

I love singing, and I came to absolutely adore it in the later part of my career.

For the last time, you cannot wear that cropped fleece vest

When in doubt, stand still.

All I care about really is writing something worthwhile for children, something that will engage them in some way and stimulates in them a sense of wonder.