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Cynthia Rylant is an American author known for her children's literature. Born on June 6, 1954, she has been publishing books since the early 1980s that have been beloved by children. Rylant's writing style is unique and lyrical, winning her much acclaim.

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“I want to do something important in my life, and I think that adding beauty to the world with books... really is important.”

Thinking World Want Important Book Importance

Author:Cynthia Rylant

“I love being a writer because I want to leave something here on earth to make it better, prettier, stronger.”

Want Earth Love Is Stronger

Author:Cynthia Rylant

“But I know now that you can't expect anything from anybody. If somebody loves you, it's because he wants to. And it's never because it's what he's supposed to do." —Pete Cassidy”

Ifs Knows Want Love You

Author:Cynthia Rylant

“When the wicked want to bring down the innocent, they aim for a loving heart.”

Want Heart Aim Innocent Wicked

Author:Cynthia Rylant

“But what is it that makes a person want to stay here on this earth anyway, and go on suffering the most awful pain just for the sake of getting to stay? I used to think it was because people fear death. But now I think it is because people can't bear saying goodbye.”

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Book:Scholastic Newbery Collection

Source: Scholastic Newbery Collection

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Born: June 6, 1954
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Quotes: 23

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