Villains often more the story along while the heros react to the villains, so the villain becomes the engine of the story.

What the guys have learned is that whether you're preaching to one or 10,000, it really doesn't matter. That one person you touch may change the nation - could be the Billy Graham of Ethiopia.

You need to play to win. But you also need to win ... to play.

Fools lie, clever men stick to the truth.

Research is always the best part. As we dug deeper into the history and mythology behind each of the hallows, we discovered more and more stories - some of them deserving of novels in themselves.

All great literary works influence us as writers, not their stories as much as their storytelling ability.

Her hands flew to her mouth. 'Are we even twins?' Josh rested his hand on her shoulder and brought his forehead to rest against hers, strands of their blond hair mingling. 'I will always be your brother, Sophie. I will always look after you.