The science of psychotherapy is knowing what to say, the art is knowing when to say it. (36)

Time spent researching varies from book to book. Some novels require months, even years of research, others very little. I try to do most of my research before I begin but inevitably questions emerge during the writing.

It didn't feel difficult at the time because I was so charged up about both books. Afterward, however, I was pretty tired. In a good way, like after a great workout.

The characters emerge from my rather twisted mind. That's another enjoyable part of the job making stuff up.

The science of psychotherapy is knowing what to say, the art is knowing when to say it. (36)

I spent the first few years of my life in a smallish community in Queens. Back in those early days, kids could roam the streets with relatively little supervision and one place I visited frequently was the local library. This particular branch was little more than a storefront but to me it was an alternative universe where I could explore my interests and receive kind, informative answers to my questions from the wonderful librarians.

To trust someone is to take the greatest risk of all. (180)