I had been reading a fabulous book [The Man Verdi, by Frank Walker] about [Giuseppe] Verdi, whom I adore.

Kids books Grownup books That's just marketing. Books are books.

I wanted my wild things to be frightening.

I grew up in a house that was in a constant state of mourning.

I don't believe in things literally for children. That's a reduction.

I'm not jaded. I never have been jaded. I've always been surprised at my success. I've always enjoyed it.

I don't believe in an afterlife but I still fully expect to see my brother again.