It's an act of faith to be a writer in a postliterate world.

The human animal varies from class to class, culture to culture. In one way we are consistent: We are irrational.

There are very few people who are creative and imaginative. Therefore, fiction is difficult for people to embrace.

To love without role, without power plays, is revolution.

People are like tea bags; you never know how strong they'll be until they're in hot water. In times of trouble, you not only discover what you truly believe but whether or not you can act on your beliefs.

If you can't raise consciousness, at least raise hell.

Happiness is pretty simple: someone to love, something to do, something to look forward to.