And books are such an empowering way to give voice to some of these kids who aren't yet ready to tell their story. Or don't know what their story is, or are trying to figure it out. — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
You have to be nicer to me," I said. Again he laughed. "What? I'm the King of nice. What are you talking about?" "You… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“He leaned in and kissed her, because now that he knew he could, he planned on kissing her every chance he got.” — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
I think that ties in with issues of identity as well - that sometimes there are parts of us we want to hide, and… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
But you have to live in the present. You have to take the old and make it new -- that's my point. — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
Even so, I was proud of myself for taking action at all. I didn't hide or run away or pretend the ugliness didn't happen.… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
I'm a southern girl, and I grew up with this slightly schizophrenic upbringing where I bounced back and forth between Atlanta, Georgia, and a… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“Because it's good for nothing," I said. keeping my eyes on Tommy. "Because one worthless piece of shit deserves another.” — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
We are all flawed, my dear. Every one of us. And believe me, we've all made mistakes. You've just got to take a good… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“If you sense that someone feels disconnected, reach out to them," the speaker urges. "buy them a soda. Compliment their new hairdo. It'll make… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
Knowledge was more powerful than fear. Love was stronger than hate. — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“Kids are doing meth in every town in the country, Cat. Dang. Get your head out of your butt.” — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“All I knew now was that nothing lasted forever, not even a friendship, and that being "different" felt the same as being alone.” — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“Sarah Lynn strides out of the stairwell. Lawrence watches her go. The door slushes shut behind her, and he turns to me with a… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
“He leans forward seriously. "Bliss. At work and at play, let safety lead the way." Of course," I say. "Silly me." Danger never takes… — Lauren Myracle Copy Share Image
