I think that's because believable action is based on authenticity, and accuracy is very important to me. I always spend time researching my novels, exploring the customs and attitudes of the county I'm using for their setting.

Talent is a gift that can be given, and it can be taken away. We have to appreciate that.

Writing novels is the most exciting

To the ancient Greeks the word, dikaiosini,justice was often synonymous with ekdikisis,vengeance.

I'm a woman. I have a right to change my mind.

The Dalai Lama. He is a very wise man of great inner peace who believes that happiness is the purpose of our lives. Through his teachings and leadership, he continues to make this world a better place in which to live.

Being poor is only romantic in books.