I call Algonquin Books 'the gods and goddesses of publishing.' Not only did they give me a career, they care deeply about every writer in their flock.

I'm a big believer in quantum physics, which says that the universe is more incredible and mysterious than any of us can imagine, which is my way of saying, 'Anything is possible, including angels.'

L.A. is a place people come to for all sorts of reasons, often to reinvent themselves, and that fascinates me.

I know another New York Times bestselling author - Beth Kephart - she self-published one of her books.

I have left my home, my family, and my job, and I am raising my voice. To do otherwise would betray those who languish in prison. I can speak when so many cannot.

I do not think that I am a natural born mother... If I ever wanted to mother anyone, it was my father.

Thinking it over, I can't locate another artist in the Updike family.

The Kennedys were very organized. Dinner was always served at 7:15, and if you were a minute late, it really wasn't worth it. In my family, you never knew when dinner was going to be. It could be at 7, or it could be at 10.