For being able to use language was a critical skill that could carry one far. One could use it professionally, as a crafter of everything from political speeches to modern novels. One could use it personally, as a tool of discovery or a means of staying connected to others. One could use it as an outlet that would feed the artistic spirit of the creator, which existed in everyone.

The English tradition offers the great tapestry novel, where you have the emotional aspect of a detective's personal life, the circumstances of the crime and, most important, the atmosphere of the English countryside that functions as another character.

I'm interested in the dark side of man. I'm interested in taboos, and murder is the greatest taboo. Characters are fascinating in their extremity, not in their happiness.

One of the greatest advantages of singleness is the potential for greater focus on Christ and accomplishing work for Him.

There are no easy answers, there's only living through the questions.

God will help you make the choices that guide you into His path for each stage and age of your life.

No matter what you do each day...or in life...doing things God's way is a matter of the heart.