I tell writers to keep reading, reading, reading. Read widely and deeply. And I tell them not to give up even after getting rejection letters. And only write what you love.

The Bible - it's sort of the other person in the room. There's this book, the reader, and the Bible.

It is terrible how much has been forgotten, which is why, I suppose, remembering seems a holy thing.

One of his tears fell in my mouth, where it became a blue sapphire, source of strength, source of strength and eternal hope.

Death is no enemy, but the foundation of gratitude, sympathy, and art. Of all life's pleasures, only love owes no debt to death.

Right now, I'm Writing song lyrics. Experimenting with a play. Toying with an idea for a documentary. I hope one of these will eventually be launched into the light of day.

Making plans is a game. Life chooses for you.