Truly I never thought of myself as writing legal thrillers, and I still don't think I do. I write stories about women.

Because the thing about love is that we can't control whether we get it, but we can control whether we give it.

I love the dignity in the name Philadelphia, but at heart, we're Philly.

If you cant be brave then be determined. And you will end up in the same place.

Let's talk about a decision that women have to make every morning- Big purse or little purse?

Any middle-aged woman knows that our feet are not for the faint of heart, especially in midwinter. I wear clogs, so it's actually like my feet are wooden now.

It's the Snickers bars. Snickers equal romance.

Even if it's not what you planned, you can make a life for yourself on your own and be happy.

The truth is that every writer, whether it's fiction or nonfiction, is trying to write something truly original and that's what I think I'm doing.

I am really, I think, truly an easygoing, positive, fun person.

People project all sorts of emotions onto their cats, and cats like it that way.

It is only when you meet someone of a different culture from yourself that you begin to realize what your own beliefs really are.

True education reveals self-potential, more than just sows ideas.

Forgetfulness is not to be purchased with a wish; and I cannot bestow my esteem on all who desire it, unless they deserve it too.

I don't like to travel as much as I have in the past, but it's good for my soul to get to pick, especially with these good musicians and these guys that play so well.

Ann Sothern's dressing room...was unbelievably lush and beautiful. More elegant than many homes I've been in.

I recognize that on paper, you can't really tell that I'm a fan or a nerd.

Enjoy every moment: you never know when things might change.

With the media, I could be quick and ugly and critical. I tend to wear my emotions on my sleeve.

Mark Hughes crossed every I and dotted every T.

As is often said of photography, this photograph is a frozen moment. A frozen moment is not a moment at all.