Hiding under the bed doesn't make the worry stop. Author: Cynthia Voigt Copy Quote More from Cynthia Voigt “Is there such a thing?' Birle asked.He looked thoughtfully at her, but not as i…” “But I'll tell you something else, too. Something I've learned, the hard way. I …” “Why doesn't momma come back?” “Rebellion is necessary for development of character.”