You're never alone when you're reading a book.

An event in the present evokes past sensations. But science couldn't explain how a foolish heart had the power to overrule common sense.

I've always loved writing emotionally rich, character-driven novels that explore the way people fall in love and deal with life's triumphs and tragedies. I enjoy writing the contemporary and historical books equally, though perhaps 'enjoy' is the wrong word.

I lived in upstate New York until I was ten years old and we moved overseas. I have a lot of nostalgic memories of that part of the world, and I love going back there by writing the Lakeshore books.

Fear and love were sometimes the same thing both necessary unavoidable. Now she understood that it was okay to bleed if you know how to heal.

It is a great virtue to be needed. Greater, even, than being liked

Tell the story that's in your heart, and don't hold back. Write a book the reader will want to melt into.