Sometimes the greatest wounds are the ones we try the hardest not to inflict.

There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds.

I love animals, always have, and it seemed natural to help the ASPCA. Animals have no voice of their own, so we have to be that voice

I am not a morning person.

I always treated writing as a profession, never as a hobby. If you don't believe in yourself, no one else will.

Remember your personal demons should be afraid of you, because you are their home, their food, and as you heal, their executioner.

You'd think a sociopath assassin wouldn't have a fan following but he does

Zebrowski says that if you killed someone else just hide the body, he's not starting over on the paperwork.

Never trust people who smile constantly. They're either selling something or not very bright.

My writing style is very sensual, as in sensory detail

The best lies are always at least partially true.

He sat on the grass, rested the carcass on his lap and bit into its soft underbelly, spilling its rank contents onto his freshly pressed shirt and slacks.

What is reason given me for, if I am not to use it to avoid bringing unhappy beings into the world!

Teaching was the best way to learn.

Home is where you can be yourself.

Excessive caution can sometimes lead one as far astray as rash enthusiasm.

America is a mess. We don't even know what to look for anymore, folks. Our country has to straighten out. And we have to straighten out fast.

Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July.

Joy is peace dancing and peace is joy at rest.

I'd say pot has been a break-even proposition for me.

Love God, then do what you will.