When you come from nowhere, I am fully aware of the fact that people have to compare you to other artists to kind of place you.

Strangely, I feel that I become increasingly reclusive in my normal life and more open and candid in my music.

I make mistakes. I say stupid things. I do idiotic things. And, quite frankly, I'm proud of them. Why not make mistakes?

I realize that of all people, I am no expert on parenting or marriage.

Sometimes I dress like what I want for lunch, because all I can think about is having a tuna sandwich.

I was brought up in many different cultures, moving around all the time, and I find my identity in my songs. I project the identity I want to have throughout the songs that I write.

When you're not part of a club, you have to find another way of surviving.

I have opinions on everything. I'm a stubborn old mule. The biggest problem is keeping my mouth shut.

The stage is my territory, my boxing ring. That's where I'm free.

I say I have a midlife crisis every time I start and finish a record.

You can only get over your fears if you attack them head on.

You know sit with your arm around a little kid and read. It not only teaches them to read but it keeps the family strong.

I learned a long time ago life just isn't fair, so you better stop expecting it to be.

People get so tired of the '60s.

I like to play dress up, I'm in love with fashion.

With kids, they force you to get out of bed. They force you to smile. They remind you of spontaneity.

I'm probably better known in the US as a YA writer, I have a huge body of adult horror and fantasy behind me.

I usually say what I really think. A great mistake nowadays. It makes one so liable to be misunderstood.

If it were a choice between putting ads on Wikipedia or shutting down Wikipedia, we would then very reluctantly consider putting ads on Wikipedia.

When the Lord's white sheep become dirty gray, all black sheep feel more comfortable.

I believe in Success, And in Comfort no less I believe all the rest is but patter.