Ultimately, physical resemblance isn't as important as whether this person can bring this character to life in a way that's compelling and makes me care about what happens to them.

I think vampires are a timeless powerful archetype that can tap into people's psyches.

My own belief is that people can come back from anything. It doesn't mean that it won't come at a huge cost.

I'm a huge freak, and always have been. I spent the first part of my life trying really desperately not to be one, and it was just a waste of time.

If a scene is longer than three pages, it better be for a good reason.

I'm aware of 'Twilight,' but I've never seen the movies or read any of the books. Frankly, the story leaves me cold - why do a vampire story about abstinence?

We live in a patriarchal culture. It's okay for women to be objectified but not for men.