I stuck my tongue out at him because I was feeling exceptionall mature.

I really wouldn't classify the books as mysteries. I prefer to say that they're adventures.

When something needs to be ironed I put it in the ironing basket. If a year goes by and the item is still in the basket I throw the item away. This is a good system since eventually I end up only with clothes that don’t need ironing.

I don't know if it's a good idea to give a woman a box of bullets when she's got a pimple.

Either get out of bed or else take your clothes off," he said. "I'm not in the mood to compromise.

When people ask what you do, tell them you're a writer. Put yourself on the line. Make a commitment.

Jesus, Morelli, you sound like you have PMS. You have to learn to lighten up a little. It's just a car alarm. You should be thanking me. I had it installed with my own money.