I don't believe authors need to keep any specific values or ideas in mind while they are writing for children, but I do think authors need to be aware of their audience, and of the effect their work may have.
This is how you quote shit: "hi"
And this is how you get lynched:
You should have stayed kidnapped
garth nix isn't famous for keys to the kingdom, as much as i love that series
Pluff <3
No, this is how you quote shit: "[ITALICS GO INSIDE]hi[ITALICSCLOSE]"