I've always been able to cook Italian food. That's in my blood because I'm half Sicilian.

I'm such a fangirl when it comes to other writers. I read 250 books a year, and I'm always talking up books by other authors.

I've determined the ideal job for me is one where I can write clever essays about my life and my employer will give me enough money not only to live a comfortable existence, but also to buy many, many new pairs of shoes.

I'm a humor writer, so I don't always present myself in the best light.

No, it's not a 'corpse thing.' I feel I lack the emotional capacity to deal with those in mourning.

Expressing political opinion can be a powerful way to establish a character's voice when writing fiction.

In real life, I tend to yell at people a lot. Not because I'm bossy or mean, but because I'm frustrated.