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My books have all generated controversy.

I think that as I continue to write, my writing I hope will become more controversial and more provocative.

I don't know how the editors are going to take it or how it may be received. But to some extent I'm hoping that with the next book, when people pick it up and read it, it will scare the pants off of them.

Controversy sells books.

I'm very troubled when editors oblige their film critics to read the novel before they see the film. Reading the book right before you see the film will almost certainly ruin the film for you.

If there is an audience out there for me, I want them to be surprised when the next book comes out.

Oh my God, I don't think you can say anyone looks forward to controversy.

I think a lot of readers are looking for a book they can talk about.

Some of my books sort of have a provocative take. Sometimes you find interesting things about characters that show they weren't necessarily the way people usually see them. It can make for lively conversations, but that's great. Spark a little controversy, get people to think about it. That's what it's all about.

Writers have to be careful not to confuse personal attention with the attention that's going towards the book.