Good ideas are often murdered by better ones.

I'm going to sound like an old man but at my age, it's lovely doing something that you've never done before.

She'd tried her hand at most things, but drew the line at honesty.

It's great meeting children because you never know what they will say.

Do be kind to yourself. Fill pages as quickly as possible; double space, or write on every second line. Regard every new page as a small triumph. Until you get to page 50. Then calm down, and start worrying about the quality. Do feel anxiety - it's the job.

Schools don't really allow failure and yet it's part of any endeavour, not just writing.

Most working days I can be at my desk for nine hours a day.