In politics, as in every other sphere of life, there are two important principles for a man of any sense: don't cherish too many illusions, and never stop believing that every little bit helps.

Personally, I believe in fiction because the stories I like are those with a beginning and an end.

I change my method and field of reference from book to book because I can never believe in the same thing two times running.

I don't believe chance can play a role in my literature.