I am of the firm belief that everybody could write books and I never understand why they don't. After all, everybody speaks. Once the grammar has been learnt it is simply talking on paper and in time learning what not to say.

The older one becomes the quicker the present fades into sepia and the past looms up in glorious technicolour

The vital accessories to my work are my reference books, such as the complete Shakespeare and a prayer book, and a large refuse bin.

The prize I value most was given to me 60 years ago. I was named the girl with the cleanest fingernails.

It seems to me that a mutually beneficial relationship between a man and woman requires the man to be dominant. A sensible woman will allow the man to think he is the most important partner.

Emotions weren't like washing. There was no call to peg them out for all the world to view.

nothing is so sad as the injustices of old age.