One of the things I strive for is realism. I need to be as real as possible in the dilemmas my characters face.

As I recall, this word's use means somewhere there is a tree that is now a - a two-legger. -Numair Salmalin

Once she was certain, she didn't waiver. I had to make her stop for water or a bite to eat. She obeyed, but she was restless. As clear as if she spoke to me, she was saying, "Very well, I know you want to keep my strength up, but scent fades, you know!" And I'd say, "I know, girl, buy you're what I have and I'm going to take care of you.

You are the Protector of the Small. You see real people in the humans and animals overlooked by your peers. There will always be work for you.

Moral issues rarely have yes or no answers. -Myles to Alanna when she asks about the Gift

You're more trouble than you're worth." "I'm a girl. That's my job.

A cat understands how to be pleasant in the morning. He doesn't talk.