I am writing my second novel for children for Simon and Schuster.

I was the youngest and only girl in a family of two older brothers.

I have always resisted putting limitations on myself, both professionally and personally.

The best feeling in the world is when your child comes up to you and lays their head in your lap, for no other reason but just because. I can't wait to have more.

I'm different, and my manner invites questions. I'm never afraid to answer.

I have made the choices that work best for me. I know I cannot please everyone, and that's fine.

I was 21 years and 218 days old when I received the Academy Award for Best Actress. I had just stepped into an imaginary world that I'd seen at a distance for years.