The test of any good fiction is that you should care something for the characters; the good to succeed, the bad to fail. The trouble with most fiction is that you want them all to land in hell, together, as quickly as possible.

If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first.

People are much more willing to lend you books than bookcases.

The proverb says that Providence protects children and idiots. This is really true. I know because I have tested it.

What a good thing Adam had. When he said a good thing he knew nobody had said it before.

Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more.

Not all the Greek runners in the original Olympics were totally naked. Some wore shoes.