The writing ethic was influenced - when you have to write every day, there's no such thing as writer's block.
Michael ConnellyIn a daydream sort of way, I think it would be pretty cool to direct a movie. But I have been on movie and TV sets and know it is hard work. I like directing it in my mind. It is easier.
Michael ConnellyDeep in my heart it still feels like I'm a journalist even though I haven't worked for a paper and carried a press pass for 14 years.
Michael ConnellyI would change very little because I have been very, very fortunate. A lot of things fell into place for me simply by happenstance. When that happens you don't really want to change anything, even if you could. Editorially my regrets are few and for the most part minor. I look back on my first published book and think I held on to it too long, babied it too long.
Michael Connelly