"It is a humble truth that a quiet mind perceives the subtle truths that noisy ambitions constantly drown out."

"I have heard Science Fiction and Fantasy referred to as the fiction of ideas, and I like that definition, but it's the mainstream public that chooses my books for the most part."

"The river of time washes away kings and empires, leaving only virtue intact. In this truth lies the bedrock of all virtue."

"I could write historical fiction, or science fiction, or a mystery but since I find it fascinating to research the clues of some little know period and develop a story based on that, I will probably continue to do it."

"Anyone can be confident with a full head of hair. But a confident bald man - there's your diamond in the rough."

"It was the experience of mystery - even if mixed with fear - that engendered religion."

"Review your goals twice every day in order to be focused on achieving them."

"When you see me smash somebody's skull, you enjoy it."