I love you like a river that creates the right conditions for trees and bushes and flowers to flourish along its banks. I love you like a river that gives water to the thirsty and takes people where they want to go.

Every new book is a challenge. I could, of course, have stopped many years ago if it was only for money. But no, it is about building bridges among cultures, different cultures... When you want someone to understand something that is not forcefully in your culture, you use stories.

But how to explain suffering because of a man? It's not explainable. With that kind of suffering, a person feels as if they're in hell, because there is no nobility, no greatness - only misery.

Courage is fear that prays.

Treasure is uncovered by the force of flowing water, and it is buried by the same currents.

Tough times test your valor, persistence and ability to make decisions. They force you to fight for your dreams.

By changing the way you do routine things you allow a new man to grow inside you.