I think crime writing is my link with trying to preserve a sort of order.

If I write that it was a cold day, you can be sure I know it was a cold day because Pepys told us.

King Charles II liked women's company and well as making love to them.

I have no plans for a future Jemima Shore mystery, but would write one tomorrow if a good idea came to me.

The clue to book jacket photography is to look friendly and approachable, but not too glamorous.

I can't read historical fiction because I find the real thing so much more interesting.

People in my books tend to get their just deserts, even if not at the hands of the police.