Book clubs are the best thing that has happened to the world of publishing.

I'm very organized - and the best thing - when you love your work, you don't mind putting in 15 hour days. It's joyful.

If there is one thing I hope my books do always and forever, it's that they honor working people.

I always think the most important thing for a writer is a deadline, and it's the same with a house. They say you shouldn't make an emotional decision with a house, but I think it is the only decision you can make.

I live in the greatest city in the world for research.

You never know when some small thing will lead to a big idea. Travel is very inspirational - but it's in the ordinary that I find my themes of love and work and family.