An artist has an obligation to tell the truth. My novels are epic fantasy, but they are inspired by and grounded in history. Rape and sexual violence have been a part of every war ever fought, from the ancient Sumerians to our present day. To omit th...
You will and should do everything in your power to improve your actual writing skills. You’ll work hard to create characters that are compelling and unforgettable. But in the end, it’s the story that matters. Don’t ever let the other stuff get ...
Hilly Holbrook: Maybe I can't send you to jail for what you wrote, but I can send you for being a thief. Aibileen Clark: I know something about you. Don't you forget that. From what Yule Mae says, there's a lot of time to write letters in jail. Plent...
A Book I Can Put Down I’m halfway through and I’ve gotten used to the way it wants to be read. This writer wants to spoon it up, wants to watch me swallow it. This writer makes a point of good deeds, clean living, god and country, when what I wan...
Yet who reads to bring about an end, however desirable? Are there not some pursuits that we practise because they are good in themselves, and some pleasures that are final? And is not this among them? I have sometimes dreamt, at least, that when the ...
Good is not always good.
Looking good is the best revenge.
Die in a good way, obviously.
Good luck is a residue of preparation.
I'm essentially a momma's boy with a good education.
I have a good sense of direction.
I like linebackers. I collect 'em. You can't have too many good ones.
Popular and good and bad is not the same thing.
It's nice to be asked to do good projects.
Me and heels are very good friends.
Every good citizen adds to the strength of a nation.
Good writing is like a windowpane.
I don't consider myself a good actor.
Be not simply good - be good for something.
I'm still not aware that I'm good looking.
Good morning is a contradiction of terms.
