The charm of mystery novels lies in the fact that they are not just about solving puzzles, but also about exploring human nature.

言语有治愈伤口的力量，也有加深伤口的可能；作家必须明智地选择。

"The great advantage of being a writer is that you can spy on people. You're there, listening to every word, but part of you is observing. Everything is useful to a writer, every scrap, even the longest and most boring of luncheon parties."

危机是一件不能浪费的事情。