maurice sendak Quotes

I can’t believe I’ve turned into a typical old man. I can’t believe it. I was young just minutes ago.

My burden is living for those who didn't.

Kids don't know about bestsellers. They go for what they enjoy. They aren't star-chasers and they don't suck up. It's why I like them.

Kids Books... Grownup books... That's just marketing. Books are books!

I have nothing now but praise for my life. I'm not unhappy. I cry a lot because I miss people. They die and I can't stop them. They leave me and I love them more. ... What I dread is the isolation. ... There are so many beautiful things in the world which I will have to leave when I die, but I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready.

Let the rumpus start!