In this world of numbness and information overload, the ability to feel, my boy, is a rare gift indeed.

Stories don’t end with the writers, however many started the race.

Girls are small and polite and smiley. They wear dresses and their hair is long and it’s pulled into shapes behind their heads or on either side.

Francia don’t look too convinced. I never seen arms so crossed.

Me and Todd? Together against the Mayor?" She smiles. "He doesn't stand a chance.

Stories are the wildest things of all. Stories chase and bite and hunt.

Viola? Keep calling for me– And I’ll keep searching for you– And I’ll find you– You bet yer life on it– I’ll find you– Keep calling for me, Viola– Cuz here I come.