I don't need validation, recognition or praise. What I need are facts and the facts are that one of my books gets sold, somewhere in the world, every second.

Writing is showbusiness for shy people. That's how I see it.

I'm not really into gourmet food; I'm the kind of guy who just stops by a place that looks good rather than heading for the restaurant of the moment.

I'm not afraid of death. Death's afraid of me.

Plan A is to hitch a ride out of here. But if they want a war, then plan B is to win it.

Reacher said, "So here's the thing Brett. Either you take your hand off my chest, or I'll take it off your wrist.

It's always sad if anybody you know has a personal problem.