I perpetuate rumors that I've dated people that I've never actually dated.

I understand why society, especially American society, is gravitating toward fairy tales, given our economy. We've been exploring the world of witches and wizards for years. We've been exploring the world of vampires for years. Clearly the public - I mean, I feel like all of this was ushered in by 'Harry Potter' - in my own fannish beliefs.

I perpetuate rumors that I've dated people that I've never actually dated.

Oh, my, yes. I was raised in this Southern culture where if a guy was sarcastic, that just meant he didn't know how to show his love - but secretly he cared! I completely bought that. The men I chased and the things I put up with - it was criminal.

But I love being scared. I think you're brave only when you do things that scare you. I've always used fear as a motivator. I'm not sure why.

In real life, people don't try to live dramatically, people try to live in a light way. People try to laugh.

Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I always go all-out with my costumes.