I think that the so-called average person often exhibits a great deal of heroism in getting through an ordinary day . . .

I think you can find all the elements that you can find in great literature in mundane experiences.

You do not pursue potential conflict unless you hold power over your foe.

Im pretty aggressive, and maybe obnoxious, about trying to get work.

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

Comics are words and pictures. You can do anything with words and pictures.

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.