I think if the writing comes too easily, it shows - it's usually hard to read.

God gives us humans everything we need to flourish, but he's not the one who's supposed to divvy up the loot. That charge was laid upon us

If you live in the same small place long enough, something you don't like is bound to happen

I do believe that enduring geological features are important, though I don't think I can be clear about exactly why.

People say you cant teach writing, but I think thats nonsense.

I tell beginning readers to read a lot and write a lot. If you want to write a book, find a subject that's really worth the time and effort you'll put in.

I always want to write something better than the last book.