Rebecca Eaton has made an enormous contribution to the cultural life of America, and, more than that, she is one of the most fun people I know.

I know that a ridiculous number of classic serials have been commissioned, and that reviews show a reaction against them. The critics seem fed up.

Plan for each episode to be a satisfying experience, but still leave the audience thinking, 'Oh, my God! Now what?

The BBC fulfils a wonderful cultural function. Maybe the problem is that it feels it needs to be everything to everybody.

I had a very high opinion of my father's judgement of things and he said, "You better get a job that pays the bills because a writer doesn't make any money. If possible, get a job that allows you to write in your spare time."

Be careful about the advice you give, especially to your children.

I would love it if anyone gave me the job of adapting 'The Great Gatsby,' but nobody ever does.