I write scripts in storyboard fashion using stick figures, and thought balloons and word balloons and captions. Then I'll write descriptions of what scenes should look like and turn it over to the artist

Every ethnic group thinks they are the chosen ones.

I decided I was going to tell these stories. I went around and met Crumb. He was the cartoonist. I started realizing comics weren't just kid stuff.

I've probably had my day in the sun. I think I've influenced a lot of comic book writers

American Splendor is just an ongoing journal. It's an ongoing autobiography. I started it when I was in my early 30s, and I just keep going.

People will believe absurd things - in the 19th century and now.

I realize that I'm pretty flawed, but you know - I haven't killed anybody yet.