I grew up in Birmingham, where they made useful things and made them well.

The most sustained feat of imagination in mystery fiction today.

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

I have a kind of old-fashioned, artisan approach.

I grew up in Birmingham, where they made useful things and made them well.

Never forget a Favor, Never forgive a Slight!

Hit them fast, hit them hard, and hit them a lot.