“An author’s strong belief and enthusiasm will affect the writing of the book and often the publisher’s commitment to it.”

“Good writing is often about letting go of fear and affectation.”

“Nobody ever committed suicide while reading a good book, but many have while trying to write one.”

“Substance of your belief has nothing to do with the size of the book you use or how often you open it.”

“So much enthusiasm about the non-existence of God is somewhat bewildering, as no one appears to be nearly as excited about a similar absence of belief in unicorns, vampires, werewolves, astrology, nation-building, or the Labor Theory of Value. Nor is anyone dedicating much of their time to writing books and giving speeches at universities and conferences with the avowed goal of convincing others not to believe in them either.”

“No one ever committed suicide while reading a good book, but many have tried while trying to write one. ”