The whole art of life is knowing the right time to say things.

I look placid, you see, that's why people think I'm fine. Inside I worry a lot.

Nobody is ordinary if you know where to look.

Always write as if you are talking to someone. It works. Don't put on any fancy phrases or accents or things you wouldn't say in real life.

I have always believed that life is too short for rows and disagreements. Even if I think I'm right, I would prefer to apologize and remain friends rather than win and be an enemy.

You say to yourself: 'What could people, in all these countries, find in my books?' and yet I think we're all the same, anywhere. Everybody is a hero or a dramatic person in their own story if you just know where to look.

You can't lay down laws for what people think and hope.