"I feel like if I'm going to give you a book about my dad, then I really want to give you my dad, because he is interesting and he is funny and if you're buying a book about him, I don't want you to have to sit through stuff that's not him."

"I was an angst-y journal writing kid."

"I just wanted to compile these stories about growing up with my father and I wanted people to be able to enjoy them individually, but also the entire book as a whole."

"My dad is awesome."

"When purpose is clear, every obstacle transforms into a stepping stone. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"In my view, relationship movies never get old because humanity will never not be confounded by their relationships."

"Your intellect may be confused, but your emotions will never lie to you."

"I wouldn't recommend young kids see 'Speedway Junkie.' It's definitely an age-appropriate movie - dark and realistic and edgy. If young kids want to see me, go see the Christmas movie."