As long as we have books, we are not alone.

Libraries allow children to ask questions about the world and find the answers. And the wonderful thing is that once a child learns to use a library, the doors to learning are always open.

It's really important for people who are HIV positive to reach out to let other people know that they can be tested, they can find out they can still live a life -- a positive life, a happy life.

Leadership is not about popularity, it is about doing what is right.

Every child in American should have access to a well-stocked school library.

Women have a better chance to secure freedom and protect themselves from violence, from abuse, from injustice, if they are well-educated and know their rights.

Children who are read to learn two things: First, that reading is worthwhile, and second, that they are worthwhile.

I have found the most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card.

The power of a book lies in its power to turn a solitary act into a shared vision. As long as we have books, we are not alone.

A love of books, of holding a book, turning its pages, looking at its pictures, and living its fascinating stories goes hand-in-hand with a love of learning.

Libraries offer, for free, the wisdom of the ages--and sages--and, simply put, there's something for everyone inside.

I have yet to meet an English teacher who assigned a book to damage a kid.

There is something beyond limits, in every relationship.

Forever echoed in their favor. "Never say never", she said softly. For you see, Forever had never heard of Never.

The man who has sufficient power over himself to wait until his nature has recovered its even balance is the truly wise man, but such beings are seldom met with.

Hardship brings people closer together if you share it.

I trust myself to deal with any problems that arise during the day

Having two identities for yourself is an example of a lack of integrity.

I don't think I ever worry too much about what our target audience is, what we should be releasing. I just write naturally and organically and try to write from the heart.

I've never made an excuse of not knowing my father, because I've had great people in my life.

Jeez Louise. I know why rich people are so thin: it's from trekking around their humongous houses the whole time.