I think of every book as a single entity, and some have later gone on to become a series, often at the request of readers.

It be better, I think, to climb out in search of something, instead of hating, what you're leaving.

Writing is self employment, so you can make your own schedule.

But then everyone would be burdened and pained. They don't want that. And that's the real reason The Receiver is so vital to them, and so honored. They selected me--and you-to lift that burden from themselves.

I write books because I have always been fascinated by stories and language, and because I love thinking about what makes people tick. Writing a story... 'The Giver' or any other... is simply an exploration of the nature of behavior: why people do what they do, how it affects others, how we change and grow, and what decisions we make along the way.

Think only on the climb. Think on what you control

Gabe?" The newchild stirred slightly in his sleep. Jonas looked over at him. "There could be love", Jonas whispered.