“If you don't live by the praise of men you won't die by their criticism.”

“Complaining proves nothing but that you can hear the voice of the Devil”

“Characters who simply have goals opposed by others do not create the effects of a story.”

“A successful story always offers its audience more than a simple resolution of events. A story offers a dramatic affirmation of human needs that are acted out to resolution and fulfillment. Even when that resolution and fulfillment are dark, the journey can still be vivid, potent and illuminating.”

“Beware 'good' main characters who have a limited repertory of culturally acceptable feelings, while your evil bastards have a full range of vivid, passionate feelings.”

“Now is the time to Start a Normal Christian Life!”

“A dream isn't worth living if you don't have friends to live it with.”