Remember picture books are the closest form of writing to a poem. Even though they don't have to rhyme, they must be poetic. They must be written so the worst actress can read with comfort and expression.

Our actions make the fragrance of our lives...Would you smell of plums? Or Vinegar?

Sir if I was your daughter I would wait until this train started again and throw myself in front of it!

I love visiting new places but am not overly fond of the travel to get to them.

The worst thing of all is standing by when folks are doing something wrong.

I've always been a bookworm. As I mentioned, I moved around a lot, and one of the problems with being the new kid is it takes a while to make new friends. But I always had my books.

I am the richest person alive (or at least one of!) because I get to do what I love as a career.