People who say you can't do something should be ignored. They're probably talking to themselves.

I'd be lying if I said killing off characters wasn't therapeutic in some way.

Writing is easy. Writing a publishable book is hard.

Park your ego and listen to your readers. They can be your best friend or your worst enemy. But chances are you'll learn something from them.

If you aren't willing to put your best work out there, write for yourself. Don't ever publish.

Writing is lonely. Until that moment you write your first character and suddenly you have company.

May you see the world with wonder. And may you imagine only good things.

Great mentors don't solve your problems, they guide you to make your best decision and encourage you to take personal ownership of the next steps for success.

Glory and gore go hand in hand.

Self-esteem can’t win you a race if you’re not in shape.

Power without abuse loses its charm.

Know thyself, especially thyself after a couple of drinks.

A free and open society is an ongoing conflict, interrupted periodically by compromises.

I got the right temperature for shelter you from the storm

After eight years on 'Young and the Restless' and eight years on 'Criminal Minds,' I'm ready for that next phase of my career.

A true friend has your best interests at heart and the pluck to tell you what you need to hear.