"It is when we notice the dirt that God is most present in us; it is the very sign of His presence."

"Write about what really interests you, whether it is real things or imaginary things, and nothing else."

"Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less."

"It is a good rule after reading a new book, never to allow yourself another new one till you have read an old one in between."

"You can make anything by writing."

"Nobody on the face of the earth can make you feel inferior without your permission."