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.

The thing is: It takes a lot of energy to be creative. You don't have that energy if you waste it on other stuff.

The best advice is not to write what you know, it's to write what you like.

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’re only going to be as good as the stuff you surround yourself with.

Every artist gets asked the question, 'Where do you get your ideas?' The honest artist answers, 'I steal them.'

Copying is about reverse-engineering.