I write because I love to. I'm very, very fortunate to have found something that I love doing that also earns my… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Besides the soothing effect it has, I think my favorite part of writing is being able to use my imagination and creativity… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
There's one good thing about getting in trouble: It seems like you do it in steps. It seems like you don't just… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
As the writer you are the puppet-master and can control everything. Believe me, that is a whole lot of fun because it… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
...that was Bud Caldwell's Rules and Things to Have a Funner LIfe and Make a Better Liar Out of Yourself Number 83...If… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
There comes a time when you're losing a fight that it just doesn't make sense to keep on fighting. It's not that you're being… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
“As soon as I got into the library I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. I got a whiff of the leather… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
“having someone who likes you so much that they think everything you say is the truth has got to be a liar’s paradise” — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Writing has always been a sanctuary or a refuge for me, any time I'm stressed or anxious or worried I find that a couple… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
I'm the same age as my tongue and a little bit older than my teeth. — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Wow. Who would want a fish for a pet when they could have a turtle?! — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Things aren't ever what they seem to be when you first look at them. What's important is that you keep your mind wide open… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
I do think it is important to look at the writing as a job though and to commit to it like you'd have to… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Just like when there's a time that a smart person knows enough is enough, there's a time when you know you've got to fight. — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
“You can tell you're reading a really good book when you forget all about everything else and know you'll die if you get to… — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
Work at your craft, write daily, and follow your dreams because dreams do come true. — Christopher Paul Curtis Copy Share Image
