Stephen King — "I am the literary equivalent of a Big Mac and fries."

"It's more blessed to give than receive, Conan."

"Books are the perfect entertainment: no commercials, no batteries, hours of enjoyment for each dollar spent. What I wonder is why everybody doesn't carry a book around for those inevitable dead spots …"

"When asked, 'How do you write?' I invariably answer, 'One word at a time,' and the answer is always true."

"Dinner: Get a nice salmon filet at the supermarket, not too big. Put some olive oil and lemon juice on it. Wrap it in damp paper towels. Nuke it in the microwave for 3 minutes or so. Eat it. Maybe add…"

"The trust of the innocent is the liar's most useful tool."