“If someone claims you will never succeed, fail only to listen, for when you prove them wrong, it shall be the sweetest success you will ever know.”

“When it comes to having your manuscript edited, the truth will set you free; just as soon as you rewrite the whole thing.”

“The measure of an individual's success should be determined by deeds, not dollars.”

“The greatest pleasure in life is derived from knowing the little piece of one's self offered to another has helped to make them whole again.”

“Your dreams are merely seeds; hard work, and perseverance, are the water and sunlight that allow them to grow to fruition.”

“When writing, aspire to sell your words by weight, not by volume.”

“Hey Jade?' He called out holding two packages of maxi pads.I shook my head violently to stop Dad from talking, but from where he stood, I doubted he could see I was talking to a boy. A mildly annoying, but nonetheless cute boy.'Do you want wings or no wings?'It was official.This was shaping up to be the Most. Embarrassing. Day. Ever.”