In medieval Europe, childbirth was a leading cause of death. So widowed fathers with children were quite common, meaning stepmothers were equally common. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I always hope that the artwork will complement and enrich a story. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
“Jiminy," says the old woman. The mothballs gleam with excitement and she claps her hands. "A wolf!" " Gram! " Siobhan glares across the… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I can't say I'm anything like a devoted animal rights activist, but I certainly oppose cruelty to animals. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
Since I tend to write chronologically, the middle is always the place where the process is most taxing. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I'd hasten to say that the prejudice in Dust City isn't completely analogous to racism in the real world. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
People of different ethnicities are definitely not of differing species. Biologically speaking, people are people. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I believe actual violence scars children much more than violence in storybooks. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
Destiny isn't immutable. You can change your fate. But I'd say the only way to do it is with hard, intelligent work and long-term… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I think a lot of things are at play when children enjoy a grisly old fairytale. I don't think many children take it literally,… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
If some readers take away the idea that animals deserve better treatment in general, then I certainly won't argue. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
In Japan, it's strange to openly take credit for giving to charity or even to donate publicly. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
“Here is a story that’s stranger than strange. Before we begin you may want to arrange: a blanket, a cushion, a comfortable seat, and… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
I believe young children in particular enjoy witnessing the survival of youthful protagonists against terrible odds. I think it's gratifying to the reader when… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
“It appeared painful to regrow a set of hands, but I can hardly blame her for dabbling in street magic. Anyone can see she's… — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
In medieval Europe, childbirth was a leading cause of death. So widowed fathers with children were quite common, meaning stepmothers were equally common. — Robert Paul Weston Copy Share Image
