I used to be embarrassed because I was just a comic-book writer while other people were building bridges or going on to medical careers. And then I began to realize: entertainment is one of the most important things in people's lives. Without it they might go off the deep end. I feel that if you're able to entertain people, you're doing a good thing.

Usually, the biggest hang-up is the script. You could have a script done in six months that you love, or it could be like The Fantastic Four it's been almost 10 years.

I enjoyed reading Batman, and Superman, and all the super ones, but I never wished I created them. I've got to let there be some work for other people!

The only advice anybody can give is, if you wanna be a writer, keep writing. And read all you can, read everything.

Wives should be kissed - not heard.

I don't expect every movie to be done exactly the way I would have done it.

I don't really see a need to retire as long as I am having fun.