All that writers can do is keep trying to say what is deepest in their hearts.

Neither refuse to give help when it is needed,... nor refuse to accept it when it is offered.

Craftsmanship isn't like water in an earthen pot, to be taken out by the dipperful until it's empty. No, the more drawn out the more remains.

Most of my books have been written in the form of fantasy.

For Wayfarers still journeying, for Wanderers at rest.

She had no particular breed in mind, no unusual requirements. Except the special sense of mutual recognition that tells dog and human they have both come to the right place.

How easy it is to think well of ourselves. Until the moment is upon us, we can never be certain.