Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit.

I don't hate humanity and I'm not interested in people who do. Although, it's funny, actually, some of my favorite writers really do. Like Martin Amis. My dirty secret. 'London Fields' is one of my favorite books ever. And it's indefensible! But he's so funny... I forgive him everything.

Who will ever kiss this encyclopedia of a head?

It seems obvious that there comes period in your life when you have to learn to say no to things you don't want to do. But the biggest trickiest lesson in holding on the stalwart committment to your creativity is learning how to say no to the things you do want to do.

I cannot overstate the power of libraries in my life.

The appreciation of pleasure can be the anchor of humanity.

he was still my romantic hero and I was still his living dream