The choice of words, more than anything else, creates the feeling that the story gives off. — Donald E. Westlake
I make a note, set it aside, and hope it makes sense when the time comes to look at it again. — Donald E. Westlake
I also wanted parker to operate in the internet age without losing being parker. — Donald E. Westlake
Everybody in new york is looking for something. Once in a while, somebody finds it. — Donald E. Westlake
All of the changes in publishing since 1960 are significant. There are far fewer publishers. — Donald E. Westlake