I was at the end of my tether when my first book was published. For eight years I didn't make a penny, I worked so hard, didn't drink, didn't enjoy life.

There's been quite a clear upswing in nationalist sentiments. Everyone is talking about it, in Turkey as well.

I certainly see myself more as a craftsman than as an artist.

As always after drinking too much, I felt like my own ghost trying to take it's first solo walk outside the body.

Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.

What is the thing you want most from me? What can I do to make you love me?' Be yourself,' said Ipek.

Suddenly Ka realized he was in love with İpek. And realizing that this love would determine the rest of his life, he was filled with dread.