I think a lot of young aspiring writers get misdirected; they think 'I ought to write this, even though I enjoy reading that'. What you have to do is write what you enjoy reading.

Six Seconds is a great read. Echoing Ludlum and Forsythe, author Mofina has penned a big, solid international thriller that grabs your gut -- and your heart -- in the opening scenes and never lets go.

In general, I think, less is more, and that if a reader stops reading because a book is too icky then I've failed in my obligation to the readers.

The best way to learn about writing is to study the work of other writers you admire.

People with children and people with their own business always pick up a ringing phone.

I like the way words go together and I like the gamesmanship of writing poetry. It is such a challenge.

That's the past for you. Not only does it come back at the most unexpected, and inconvenient, times but it's set in stone.