Happiness is laughing together.

...the endless repetition of an ordinary miracle.

More than anything I am a novelist. But for me, an author's job is not only to create linguistically accomplished works. As an author I also want to stimulate discussion.

The writers secret is not inspiration - for it is never clear where it comes from - it is his stubbornness, his patience.

The beauty and mystery of this world only emerges through affection, attention, interest and compassion . . . open your eyes wide and actually see this world by attending to its colors, details and irony.

If we give what we treasure most to a Being we love with all our hearts, if we can do that without expecting anything in return, then the world becomes a beautiful place.

I read a book one day and my whole life was changed.