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.

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.

There is nothing like the occasional outburst of profanity to calm jangled nerves.

My bounce-around life had taught me that dreams were dangerous things - they look solid in your mind, but you just try to reach for them. It's like gathering clouds.

It seems the misfortune of one can plow a deeper furrow in the heart than the misfortune of millions.

There should be fireworks at last, when a dream dies.

Isn't it fascinating how long a few minutes seem when you are completely alone with not a familiar face in sight?