I haven't written a young-adult book in years. I'm also doing six 'Goosebumps' books a year now.

I have a great office.

Many adults feel that every children's book has to teach them something.... My theory is a children's book... can be just for fun.

I've never turned into a bee - I've never been chased by a mummy or met a ghost. But many of the ideas in my books are suggested by real life.

At least I can write.

I started writing when I was 9 years old. I was like this weird kid who would just stay in my room, typing little funny magazines and drawing comic strips.

I believe that kids as well as adults are entitled to books of no socially redeeming value.