Death is hacking away at my address book and party lists.

The tragic hero prefers death to prudence. The comedian prefers playing tricks to winning. Only the villain really plays to win.

At the dinner table, if you can't think of anything to say, sit quietly. Don't throw rolls, or chew on your napkin.

King Kong, Count Dracula, and the Phantom of the Opera are just looking for love, like the rest of us.

Arrogance frowns; pride smiles.

Suspicion is the beginning of wisdom, and of madness.

Shameless: Punish me for my desire if you will. It burns still.