Reading One Book Is Like Eating One

There Is A Rule For Fantasy Writers: The More Truth You Mix In With A Lie, The Stronger It Gets.

Reading One Book Is Like Eating One Potato Chip.

Something Always Happens. You Still Have To Promise Stuff Anyway. If You Have To Work To Make The Promises True... It's Like A Spell. You Have To Say The Words Every Time You Want The Results.

"don't Be Afraid To Make Corrections," Picchu Said. "don't Be Afraid To Lend A Hand." She Fell Silent, Seeming To Think For A Moment. "and Don't Look Down."

"virtue," He Said. "the Real Thing. It's Not Some Kind Of Cuddly Teddy Bear You Can Keep On The Shelf Until You Need A Hug. It's Dangerous, Which Is Why It Makes People So Nervous. Virtue Has Its Own Agenda, And Believe Me, It's Not Always Yours. The Word Itself Means Strength, Power. And When It Gets Loose, You'd Better Watch Out." "something Bad Might Happen..." "impossible. But Possibly Something Painful."