Now fight me! For today thee House of Hades will be called the saviors of Olympus.

You have to read a lot so you know what good writing looks like and you get inspired. You have to write a lot because it's like a sport - you have to practice. And, also, you have to persevere. Don't give up. I got rejected on my first book, like, 14 times, but I just kept going. So believe in yourself and don't give up.

Leo dropped into the pool and approched the cage. "Hola, Tia. Little bit of trouble?" She [Hera] crossed her arms and sighed in exasperation. "Don't inspect me like I'm one of your machines, Leo Valdez. Get me out of here!

You spoke the truth, Percy Jackson. You are nothing like... like Hercules. I am honored that you carry this sword.

Yeah, well. I don’t try to be awesome. It just comes natural.

If possible, try to avoid pushing each other over the edge, as that would cause me extra paperwork.

Relax," Chiron told me. "Keep a clear head. And remember, you may be about to prevent the biggest war in human history." "Relax," I said. "I'm very relaxed.