Funny, when you finally faced reality, it was amazing how clearly you could see things.

Writing is storytelling. No matter how you slice it, you're saying, 'Once upon a time.' That's what writing is all about.

It'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.

If you want to be happy for life, love what you do.

When 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?

The flame of inspiration needs to be encouraged. Put a glass around that small candle and protect it from discouragement or ridicule.

live your life as if you may lose everything.