I kept a diary as a teenager but I never would have shared it with anyone. Still, I think it's very good practice to write things down.

I fell in love with books at the Elizabeth Public Library when I was four.

I think we made out [sexuality changing]. I think that's really great, and we didn't jump into intercourse. And there were no blow jobs.

It's strange, but when it comes right down to it I never do fall apart--even when I'm sure I will.

I love movies, and theater, and kayaking, reading, biking, walking - oh, and dancing. I love to dance!

My characters live inside my head for a long time before I actually start a book. They become so real to me, I talk about them at the dinner table as if they are real. Some people consider this weird. But my family understands.

Things change…things happen…things you can’t even imagine when you’re young and full of hope.