“I was saving the name of 'Geisel' for the Great American Novel.” — Dr. Seuss

I stay out of politics because if I begin thinking too much about politics, I'll probably... drop writing children's books and become a political cartoonist again.

I start drawing, and eventually the characters involve themselves in a situation. Then in the end, I go back and try to cut out most of the preachments.

When at last we are sure, You've been properly pilled, Then a few paper forms, Must be properly filled. So that you and your heirs, May be properly billed.

Preachers in pulpits talked about what a great message is in the book. No matter what you do, somebody always imputes meaning into your books.