What good does it do a black youth to know that an employer must pay him $2 an hour if the fact that he must be paid that amount is what keeps him from getting a job?

God only allows us to see such things when he wants something to change

Science is trumped by ignorance when the ignorant are given a vote.

Good writing is about telling the truth.

I do enjoy reading some science fiction.

I love the idea of a beautiful neighborhood that represents the very best of American values, but also as a fun backdrop to some darker, deliciously sneaky things going on in people's lives.

I prefer children because they are honest. They don't want anything from you other than to have fun. Adults have let me down. Adults have let the world down.

People don't come out for book events. They want to feel an emotion and be entertained.

When it comes to doing my job, I keep my ego in my handbag.

The state (the U.S. Constitution) has not the right to leave every man free to profess and embrace whatever religion he may desire.