70 Quotes by Mary Pope Osborne

When we believe we have all the answers, we are not open to mystery. To begin a mystical journey, you have to start with a sense of wonder, of not knowing where you are going or how you will travel. The initial phase of alchemy is called the nigredo-it's the phase of darkness, when it's "blacker than black." You feel this when you start something new-go off to college, start a new job, travel to a foreign land, or end a relationship that is not working.

Writing is a miracle. You can travel anywhere in the world, to any time and any place — and still be home in time to have dinner.

I love teaching. It's a job that lasts forever. Whatever you teach children today travels with them far into the future.

Writing is a miracle. You can travel anywhere in the world, to any time and any place – and still be home in time to have dinner.

I love teaching. It’s a job that lasts forever. Whatever you teach children today travels with them far into the future.

Artists have to believe in the merit of their own work and persevere whether they receive public recognition or not, but it’s ever so nice when someone says, “Job well done”!

Jack handed the notebook and his pencil to the moon man. They looked tiny in his big hands. The moon man looked down at the message. He looked at the tiny pencil. Then he turned the notebook over. Jack and Annie watched as the moon man put the pencil to the paper. He was writing something very carefully.

I believe we’re entering a new era, where dynamic female leaders will have an opportunity to bring greater harmony and peace to the planet.

Annie, I hope you and your brother have a safe trip in your magic tree house,” said Mr.