It's uncomfortable to just say the first thing that pops into your head, but you have to when you're speaking in front of people. A lot of times I'll say something I don't even believe. I've never actually used "pass" before.

I think it's really important to have a sense of humor.

The last time I was asked that, I said "A Year Without Spoons." Normally you get asked the same questions over and over, so it feels boring to say the same thing. But then I was like, I don't even know another essay I like. They're all good.

I think funniness is a sign of intelligence.

There is a lot of stuff I write that makes it seem like my intention is to make people think I'm speaking about myself entirely, and it is my intention to make people think that, but that doesn't necessarily mean that's what it is.

I wanted each different Chelsea to be able to navigate her own world without having to also speak to a larger narrative.

I love anybody funny. I think my ten-year-old sister is really funny. She makes me laugh way more than most people do.