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The rich and famous expect to get a lot for their story, whether they are writing it themselves or not. It's not that they need the money, of course; it's a question of ego, like catching the biggest fish.

You have to write the story that's at the front of your head. There is no point in trying to write for the market; it won't ring true.

It's not about the money; it's about the content.

For everything you give an audience, you always have to take one thing away. They always have to pay for the story.

Storytelling is my currency. It's my only worth. The only thing of value I have in this life is my ability to tell a story, whether in print, orating, writing it down or having people acting it out.

Narrative is so rich; it's given up so much.

Always, your work is the same: You have to tell a story, you have to make a character. It doesn't matter if there are thousands of dollars, millions behind it, or if there is nothing.

You want the story to end when it's supposed to and not be squeezed for somebody's financial gain.

Films don't always tell a story; some films can achieve effect just by being razzle-dazzle or rock n' roll. That's part of the fare that's out there. And that's okay. For me, I place more value on a story.

If you don't think there is any value in the work I, or any other serious journalists do, then don't spend your money on it. At least you have the choice.