I do a lot with characters' sense of identity. I also like challenging stereotypes, gender roles, things like that. Give me a stereotype or a genre expectation and the first thing I want to do is stand it on its head. In the Nightrunner books I wanted to see if I could create a believable gay hero, one who wasn't someone's sidekick or a victim.

I don't want to spend a fortune on my cremation urn, but I really do want to look nice at my memorial service.

Thou you thrust your dagger at my eye, I will not flinch.

Fowl never tastes as savory when you're hungry for venison.

You hardly know me. Why do you want me to come with you?’ ‘Who knows? Perhaps you remind me just a bit of -‘ ‘Someone you used to know?’ Alec interjected skeptically. ‘Someone I used to be.

I hate being told what to do! Especially by myself!

Take what the Lightbearer sends and be thankful.