Winning is a state of mind that embraces everything you do.

You've got to be quick on your feet in this world if you want to survive. Though once you know the rules, it is not too hard to play the game.

People say I don't write books, I make Christmas presents.

Racism does not diminish with brains, it's a disease, a sickness, it may incubate in ignorance but it doesn't necessarily disappear with the gaining of wisdom!

What's the point in being an unpopular writer? It just doesn't make a lot of sense. For me it doesn't, anyway.

Each of us has been designed for one of two immortal functions, as either a storyteller or as a cross-legged listener to tales of wonder, love, and daring. When we cease to tell or listen, then we no longer exist as a people.

You can't go feeding your hate on the past, it's not natural.