Girl, boy or dancing bear, you're the finest page-the finest squire-to-be-at court." (Jon to Alanna) — Tamora Pierce Bears Copy Share Image
“The god touched me once, Beka. I'd soon not get his attention again.” — Tamora Pierce Beka cooper Copy Share Image
Sometimes there's nothing you can do. [...] Sometimes they don't have enough to fight with. — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
You know, ogres only sound stupid. Most are pretty smart." "And it's a shallow person who judges anyone by the way they… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
Daja: "He and Rosethorn work together? They hate each other." Lark: "I didn't say they liked it. - Daja and Lark referring… — Tamora Pierce Cooperation Copy Share Image
So long as there are nobles and commoners, the wealthy and the poor, those with power will be heard, and those without… — Tamora Pierce Commoners Copy Share Image
You didn't kill him. He would have killed you, but you didn't kill him." "So? He was stupid. If I killed everyone… — Tamora Pierce Philosophy Copy Share Image
Not one word," Kel warned. "Tobe and I have reached an understanding." Neal's lips twitched. "Why do I feel you did most… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
You are brave, kicking a chained prisoner. They must sing heroic ballads about you on winter nights!" (Alanna) — Tamora Pierce Ballads Copy Share Image
These mages," Kol asked, a wicked glint in his eye, "what kind of fees will they charge? Will I get a two-for-one… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
Most important of all, there is no right or wrong way to write - there's only what works for you. I was… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
Ishabal: "If you may correct your vision as you like, why do you wear spectacles?" Tris: "Because I like them. Because I… — Tamora Pierce Better things Copy Share Image
He was overconfident”, she told him. “And I won so the gods must have thought I was right. Otherwise they’d have made… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
Men broke into their homes, killed their families, threatened you--and you won't let them do anything for fear you'll be hurt. That's… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
“Seniors get to do all the jolly things," Owen complained as they walked to archery practice that first day. Neal glared at… — Tamora Pierce Archery Copy Share Image
After I recovered from 'Lioness', I wanted to write something about animals because I really like mythical creatures, especially dragons. At 12,… — Tamora Pierce Animal Copy Share Image
I've written short stories in first person, but you have so much more control writing in third person. Third person, you know… — Tamora Pierce First person Copy Share Image
“It was like trying to balance on a pair of knife blades. Who had thought of this mad form of travel in… — Tamora Pierce Dangerous ideas Copy Share Image
Does your ma know you're this silly?" she demanded tartly. He nodded, comically sad. "The few gray hairs she has on her… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
“Corus lay on the southern bank of the Oloron River, towers glinting in the sun. The homes of wealthy men lined the… — Tamora Pierce Home Copy Share Image
Curse him for being all tight muscle, with ivory skin and a mouth as soft as rose petals. Curse him for having… — Tamora Pierce Argument Copy Share Image
“Nawat grinned. “I was helping to steal soldiers who couldn't keep up.” “What do you do with them?” she asked, curious. “I… — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
“If he were any stiffer, Alanna thought wryly, I'd paint a design on him and use him for a shield.” — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
Girls are 50% of the population. We deserve to represent 50% of the heroes. — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
He has artistry," he repeated. "Because that's what it takes to blow things up. And cook his arm. — Tamora Pierce Copy Share Image
I distrust any advice that contains the words 'ought' or 'should'. — Tamora Pierce Advice Copy Share Image
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