“Fear is a scavenger who feeds on the future; on what may be and what is possible, extending down the line of our lives.”

“Fear sits and smiles and is predatory, immobile and silent and serene; an observer who conserves his energy and is content to wait.”

“Here's a quick rule of thumb: Don't annoy science fiction writers. These are people who destroy entire planets before lunch. Think of what they'll do to you.”

“The man reached into his coat and pulled out a wallet containing an ID card. "Agent Dwight, FBI. Miss Baker, I need you to come with me. You're in danger here.""In danger?" Robin said. "In danger from what?""Not from what. From who," Agent Dwight said, and glanced over at Creek. "You're in danger from him. He's going to kill you, Miss Baker. At least he is going to try."Robin turned to Creek. "You bastard," she said. "You never said anything about killing me when we made the date."”

“I do not mind when you tell me what you want and put that first instead of last.”

“Never anger a sci-fi writer. These people destroy entire planets over lunch. Imagine what they'll do to you.”

“Damn real live people, getting in the way of peaceful ideals.”