I was born on the same day as Edgar Allan Poe and Dolly Parton: January 19. I am absolutely certain that this affects my writing in some way.

Canadians are fond of darker stories, serious stories, so if you're a Mystery writer or a Romance writer or Fantasy Writer, you will most likely have an American publisher and agent.

I find myself moved by social justice issues. I'm not sure where that will lead me. I'm willing to nurture it.

In general, Americans like to be entertained. Canadians seem more suspicious of it.

The push and pull of representing your world responsibly and your artistic license is a tricky balance.

In general, I'm careful when I'm dealing with subjects of deep cultural importance and write with abandon when I'm dealing with issues of personal dysfunction.

I usually tame my off-kilter sense of humor for novels.