In a heartbeat, he understands why religions are born on the sands – there is nothing here for a man but his own mind.

It is through our extended family that we first learn to compromise and come to an understanding that even if we don't always agree about things we can still love and look out for each other.

I always thought that bagels and lox was my soul food, but it turns out it's sushi.

Something I notice speaking to writers from south of Hadrians Wall is that the culture is different. At base, I think Scotland values its creative industries differently from England.

I jealously guard my research time and I love fully immersing myself in those dusty old books and papers. It's one of the most enjoyable parts of my job.

The sky was a sparkling succession of black diamonds on black velvet made crystal clear by the blackout.

I believe the era of the militant lady is back.

Without archives many stories of real people would be lost, and along with those stories, vital clues that allow us to reflect and interpret our lives today.

Research material can turn up anywhere - in a dusty old letter in an archive, a journal or some old photographs you find in a charity shop.

Writers of novels live in a strange world where what's made up is as important as what's real.

Books have a vital place in our culture. They are the source of ideas, of stories that engage and stretch the imagination and most importantly, inspire.

Blow out all negative attitudes and live true to your dreams. Talks less and act more. Be confident and see yourself wining even before the victory comes.

Take the time to celebrate stillness and silence and see the joy that the world can bring, simply.

Grateful attitude, Thank God for one specific thing daily and write it in a journal. You will be amazed at abundance of blessings which will flow in your life.

Usually, I read the script very often. I think that everything is hiding in the script.

"What is the most beautiful word in the language?" The elderly lawyer quickly replied: "Home."

The shortest path between two truths in the real domain passes through the complex domain.

The scariest thing in the world is losing your mask.

Do lifelong artists pay a price for having chosen to make art? Of course. Everyone pays the price for his or her choices.

My problems are as light as a feather because god carries them for me

All colors made me happy: even gray. My eyes were such that literally they Took photographs.