I think I write about things that are mysterious to me.
Italics provide a wonderful advantage: you see, right away, that the words are in a rush. When something exists at a slant, you can't help but consider irony.
It's often been said that I'm an extremely depressing, cynical writer. I've never known what to make of that.
It's gratifying that it does; I love to give readings.
Clichés so often befall vain people.
You put a character out there and you're in their power. You're in trouble if they're in yours.