I work very hard on the writing, writing and rewriting and trying to weed out the lumber.

Climb the mountain so you can see the world, not so the world can see you.

I love Dickens. I love the way he sets a scene.

I'm drawn particularly to stories that evolve out of the character of the protagonist.

You have to have wisdom and knowledge as well as virtue to preserve your rights and liberties.

History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are.

Read somewhat in the English poets every day. You will find them elegant, entertaining and constructive companions through your whole life.