It's hard to know what [literature] will end up being timeless and what will be something that doesn't translate into the future, especially with the way we're evolving since our culture is changing so fast.
Rick RiordanYou 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.
Rick RiordanI held out my dadโs magic box and let it o, sure it would smash to the floor. Instead, the box disappeared. โCool,โ I said. โSure you I can get it back?โ โNo,โ Bast said. โNow come on!
Rick Riordan