You can always trust a dog that likes peanut butter.

I'm grateful for every teacher or librarian who reads a book and says, "This is exactly the book that so-and-so needs to read; I'll get it in his hands." I'm amazed at the network of adults who make sure that kids get books.

The origin of each story is unique.

All of that loneliness and longing in my heart got transferred into the book Because of Winn-Dixie, I guess.

Rats have a sense of humor. Rats, in fact think the world is very funny. And they are right, dear reader. They are right.

I have been loved, Edward told the stars. So? said the stars. What difference does that make when you are all alone now?

I don't think about being a celebrity.