One likes to think one grows as a writer as one ages, else all you get is an old young writer. Beyond that is the changing landscape of the universe and the stories I choose to tell.

The issue of the Betrayal was so central to that, I felt the need to comment upon it. My choices were to ignore the games and put them 'outside' of continuity or to integrate them. I chose the latter.

But for the most part, love is a recognition, an opportunity to say, 'There is something about you I cherish.

The saddest part of a broken heart Isn't the ending so much as the start The tragedy starts from the very first spark Losing your mind for the sake of your heart

Never underestimate the potential for human stupidity when wealth and power are at stake.

Old habits are hard to forget, and old fears are habits.

I'm a huge fan of Cabernet and Bordeaux, and am passionate about Pinot Noir and Burgundies.