Stefanie Masters

“The Victorian era in England began when Queen Victoria came to the throne in 1837. She ruled for the rest of the century and helped her country become a powerful world empire.”
― Mary Pope Osborne, A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time

“Charles is going to be fine," said Annie.
"Yep," said Jack with a smile. "He never even knew that it was us who helped him."
"That's the best way to help someone, I think," said Annie.
"Why?" asked Jack.
"Then you know you're not helping them just to get a lot of credit," said Annie. "You're helping because it's the right thing to do.”
― Mary Pope Osborne, A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time

“Oh, man," said Jack. "Everyone was nice to us when we looked rich. Now it feels like the whole world's against us.”
― Mary Pope Osborne, A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time

“You have enemies? Why, it is the story of every man who has done a great deed or created a new idea. It is the cloud which thunders around everything that shines. Fame must have enemies, as light must have gnats. Do no bother yourself about it; disdain. Keep your mind serene as you keep your life clear.”
― Victor Hugo, Choses vues 1849-1885