I had a very strong desire to be successful at something.

I turned to the Times crossword puzzle and asked Kate, “What’s the definition of a moderate Arab?” “I don’t know.” “A guy who ran out of ammunition.

Job happiness is directly proportional to the distance you are from the home office.

I try to end every chapter with an air of suspense. I try to leave the reader wanting to turn the page.

It's really scary when you have a moment of temporary sanity.

There are a lot of books about the passing of the English aristocracy, but the vast majority of Long Islanders don't understand their own backyard. It's a private preserve.

Chemical and biological attacks are scary and will kill a lot of people but dont rise to the level of nuclear.