When I was in my twenties, it felt like I was riding wild horses, and I was hoping I didn't go over a cliff.
What I loved about romances was the character, and I think I still bring that to my novels. What romance taught me was that the 'who' will always matter more than the 'what.' It's fun to come up with plots, but I want to make sure the reader cares about who it's happening to.
Judge Roberts has assured me personally that he has a healthy respect for precedent and the hard-won rights of Americans.