The flame of inspiration needs to be encouraged. Put a glass around that small candle and protect it from discouragement or ridicule.
Mary Higgins ClarkWriting is storytelling. No matter how you slice it, you're saying, 'Once upon a time.' That's what writing is all about.
Mary Higgins ClarkWhen a scientist's son or daughter becomes a scientist they'll say "Wonderful! Wonderful!" So, why, in the name of God, would a mother be jealous to see her daughter become a successful writer?
Mary Higgins ClarkIt's funny how, even long after you've accepted the grief of losing someone you love and truly have gotten on with your life, every once in a while something comes up that plays "gotcha," and for a moment or two the scar tissue separates and the wound is raw again.
Mary Higgins Clark