There is an ancient legend which warns that, should we ever learn our true origin, our universe will instantly be destroyed.

I always wanted to fire rays out of my fingertips.

I try not to violate what came before me and to leave lots of wiggle room for those who will follow.

Sometimes you're not even sure which of your stories were failures. There are things I've written that I thought were complete catastrophes when I finished with them that have gone on to generate some of my most positive feedback.

Were there stories I wrote along the way that were terrible clinkers? God, yes. But they were all a product of their time, and I did the best I could.

A writer writes. Period. No matter if someone is buying your work or not.

I've had editors over the years who couldn't find a clue if it was stapled to their butt.