I grew up among strong women so I know what it's like to be loved and humiliated in a heartbeat.

Being at the genesis of the creative process is definitely something I want to keep doing. It's just such a great buzz.

There tends to be a jealousy in England towards countries that are successful.

The bottom line is that female writers aren't being given enough opportunities by male producers.

I definitely want to keep working in Ireland, and without being too worthy about it, if it's possible to bring work into the country, that's no harm.

I never go to these showbiz parties. I avoid them with a 10-inch pole.

I'm more like a spoon symbol. I think women just want to spoon me.