If you've a story, make sure it's a whole one, with details close to hand. It's the difference between a good lie and getting caught.
Tamora PierceSweetheart, never listen to what my enemies say. They're very confused people. I know they are because I've spent years making them that way.
Tamora PierceNot too fast," called Raoul. "Let's not scare anyone." "His majesty said with all deliberate speed!" chirped the courier. He flinched under Lerant's glare. "That's how we're doing it," Raoul told him. "Deliberately.
Tamora PierceThe first thing every mage should learn is that magic makes fools of us. Now you may call yourself a mage. You have learned the most important lesson.
Tamora PierceOnce 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.
Tamora Pierce