I completely see the similarities, I'm not denying that those are there, but I can honestly say that any of those similarities were completely unconscious and unintentional.

I am a huge fan of her work and can honestly say that any phrasing similarities between her works and mine were completely unintentional and unconscious.

I don't see a huge talent difference between one age group or another. It all comes down to who has the dedication to sit down every day and put something on paper. It all starts from there.

When I was writing, I genuinely believed each word was my own.

I just hope she believes I would never, ever intentionally lift her words. The last thing I ever wanted to do was upset her.

It's not true. It's completely made up.