Intelligence is power; it is the flame behind the spark of intrigue. Find out all the facts and stamp out the fire. Demystify.

As a reader I like both great characterization and fast moving plots. The challenge is to balance the both and not compromise one for the other.

Two bones fell down my chimney and into the bedroom this morning. Hysterical thing to happen to a thriller writer. Murderous ravens perhaps?

You must appreciate that love is the last reason for which a man marries.

Starting a new novel is a little like starting a new relationship - you have to be prepared to commit for at least three years and put up with the domestic tedium as well as the emotional highs!

Memory is a great deceiver: it embroiders until naught is left but the glory and the pleasure.

The worst enemy is one whose doctrines are founded in hate and are thus beyond debate.