For a novelist, it’s kind of an onerous burden to represent an entire culture. That said, I’m in a unique position to speak on behalf of Afghanistan on certain issues that I feel are important, particularly the issue of Afghan refugees.

Life goes on, unmindful of beginning, end…crisis or catharsis, moving forward like a slow, dusty caravan of kochis (nomads).

I found a sad little fairy Beneath the shade of a paper tree. I know a sad little fairy Who was blown away by the wind one night.

the past held only this wisdom: that love was a damaging mistake, and its accomplice, hope, a treacherous illusion

People in the countryside carry a sense of dignity. They wear it, don't they? Like a badge? I'm being genuine.

There is only one sin. and that is theft... when you tell a lie, you steal someones right to the truth.

Nothing happens in a vacuum in life: every action has a series of consequences, and sometimes it takes a long time to fully understand the consequences of our actions.