I have 20 or 30 books completely plotted out in my mind - mysteries, thrillers, horror, romance, science fiction. You name it.

But anyone with the time and the inclination can acquire technical proficiency. To achieve greatness, though, that requires artistry. That requires imagination and thoughtfulness.

Those whom we most love are often the most alien to us.

The future will be what it will, and fretting about it will only make your fears more likely to come true.

You've seen things through my eyes.

It is better to ask for an apology than to ask for permission.

Only if you are afraid of looking foolish, and I would have looked far more foolish if I persisted with an erroneous belief.' Eragon said. Why, little one, you just said something wise!'Saphira teased.