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.

I don't have ugly ducklings turning into swans in my stories. I have ugly ducklings turning into confident ducks.

I've seen a lot of people buy my books and then fall asleep on the plane soon afterwards.

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

My brother married young, and his is the best marriage I know.

You're much more believable if you talk in your own voice.

In my stories, whenever there's somebody wonderful and charming and bright and intelligent, that's me!