“Ironically, Latin American countries, in their instability, give writers and intellectuals the hope that they are needed.”

“I've never seen a worse situation than that of young writers in the United States. The publishing business in North America is so commercialized.”

“My stories are very somber, so I think I need the comic ingredient. Besides, life has so much humor.”

“I don't think humor is forced upon my universe it's a part of it.”

“Most of the movies I saw growing up were viewed as totally disposable, fine for quick consumption, but they have survived 50 years and are still growing.”