I don't write political plays in the sense that I'm writing essays that are kind of disguised as plays. I would really defy anyone to watch any of my plays and say 'Well, here's the point.'

We won't die secret deaths anymore. The world only spins forward. We will be citizens. The time has come. Bye now. You are fabulous creatures, each and every one. And I bless you: More Life. The Great Work Begins.

Torture yourself about your failures. And then get back to work.

In this world, there is a kind of painful progress. Longing for what we've left behind, and dreaming ahead.

Don't be afraid; people are so afraid; don't be afraid to live in the raw wind, naked, alone...Learn at least this: What you are capable of. Let nothing stand in your way.

Here's another piece of advice, only date people who have read a different set of books than you have read, it will save you lots of time in the library.

I tend to be sort of quiet and shy and awkward in social situations.