It's all about who's where on the food chain. When I'm the story editor, I expect my writers to follow my vision. When I'm working for another editor, I'm obliged to follow their vision.

It's all about who's where on the food chain. When I'm the story editor, I expect my writers to follow my vision. When I'm working for another editor, I'm obliged to follow their vision.

There is an ancient legend which warns that, should we ever learn our true origin, our universe will instantly be destroyed.

When I'm my own editor, there's very little difference between the first draft and the final. I write what feels right to begin with. I rarely make any major changes.

A true friend is someone who is there for you when he'd rather be anywhere else.

In general, shorter is better. If you can encapsulate your idea into a single captivating sentence, you're halfway home.

I try to find what makes even the worst, most despicable character sympathetic at his or her core.