Jerry Spinelli
Born: 01-01-1941
Jerry Spinelli is a celebrated American author known for his compelling children's and young adult novels. Born in 1941, he gained fame with his Newbery Medal-winning book "Maniac Magee." His works often explore themes of adolescence, identity, and resilience, captivating readers with relatable characters and engaging narratives. Spinelli's writing continues to inspire and resonate with young audiences worldwide, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in children's literature.
Book summaries for books written by Jerry Spinelli
Quotes
You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.
Sometimes you laugh because you've got no more room for crying.
The best way to keep a secret is to pretend there isn't one.
Life is always on the edge of death; narrow streets lead to the same place as wide avenues, and a little candle burns itself out just like a flaming torch does.
Being hurt is not the worst thing. Being hurt by someone you love is the worst.
If you don't open your eyes, you won't see.
Time is the only thing that doesn't go backward.
Life is not fair. It never was, and it never will be.
You can't own a human being. You can't lose what you don't own.
Sometimes you have to laugh at yourself, because you'd cry your eyes out if you didn't.
You can't change what has already happened. So don't waste your time thinking about it. Move on, let go, and get over it.
People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.