People couldn't bear to go on living if they faced every cold truth about themselves.

Not an insult sweetie. That was a thirteen word kiss.

I have advice for new writers, first of all, at any time in the history of publishing in my experience, there will be endless number people telling you that you can't do what you are trying to do. You won't succeed, there's something else you should be doing.

I always thought happiness was a choice and I always chose things that made me happy, and books were one of those.

I've not seen in my lifetime any politician who is a heroic figure. The manipulation that all politicians use on one level or another is so transparent.

I never have lunch because it makes me foggy-headed.

Reality isn't what it used to be.