"My books are not written for children, but for people."

"And when you're alone, there's a very good chance you'll meet things that scare you right out of your pants. There are some, down the road between hither and yon, that can scare you so much you won't …"

"And you know what? You'll be right for the most part, but the facts won't matter. It's often that way in the world."

"I believe in the power of words. I believe in the power of books."

"Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!"