The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing; second, the gratification of one's family and friends; and lastly, the solid cash.

2012年莫言诺贝尔文学奖演讲稿

The key to success is failure.

【译文】 孔子说：“君子心怀仁义，小人心怀财利。”

小说是对现实的反抗行为，是按照个人欲望重塑世界的尝试。