作家真正的祖国是语言。

The only way to keep the small folk loyal is to make sure they fear you more than they fear your enemies. 

The city is a living organism that we must treat with care.

Humor is a powerful tool in children's books; it can make serious topics accessible.

我不是为评论家做音乐，我是为那些真正过着我在歌里描述的生活的人做音乐。