The only way to find your voice is to use it. It’s hardwired, built into you. Talk about the things you love. Your voice will follow.

You can't find your voice if you don't use it.

You'll either find the answer or you'll come up with a better question.

Find the most talented person in the room, and if it's not you, go stand next to him. Hang out with him. Try to be helpful. If you ever find that you're the most talented person in the room, you need to find another room.

The best advice is not to write what you know, it's to write what you like. Write the kind of story you like best - write the story you want to read. The same principle applies to your life and your career.

The computer brings out the uptight perfectionist in us - we start editing ideas before we have them.

Establishing and keeping a routine can be even more important than having a lot of time.