I like European and South American literature, but mostly I read nonfiction.

I knew my motivations for going to each place and what I was looking for. If I don't do that then I generally don't write about my travels.

My belief that the publishing industry is run by prigs and cowards dates back to many years before I even had the idea for the book.

I wish other people would write about loneliness more. It's hard to remember that it's not personal. We live in a world that is built to make people lonely... It's difficult to remember that your loneliness is not really about you and everyone has it.

Just send the emails and talk to people. Spend all your money on nail polish and opera tickets.

Men exist on the planet. We have to deal with them at some point.

I have a really good life and I really like it.