If you have no intention of loving or being loved, the whole journey is pointless.

I work full-time in a used bookstore. I get up. I drink a cup of coffee. I think, The last thing I want to do is write. Then I go to the computer and write.

There is no right or wrong way to tell a story. You have to find your own way. You can get your idea from listening, looking, or imagining. Stories are everywhere. All you have to do is pay attention.

I am just always, always paying attention - waiting for the words, or image, or name that will be the beginning of a story.

Go home and read to your adult. We forget how much we love to be read to.

I was born in Philadelphia and currently live in Minneapolis. I write for both children and adults.

My favorite food is deep-fried ravioli. I always get that every year.