I really struggled, growing up, with reading and writing. I had a hard time to do that, but I was really passionate about storytelling and about books.

When you're growing up with a learning disability, it shoots your confidence and belief in what you can accomplish academically; it really damages it.

It can't be articulated enough, that feminism means the desire to have equality between men and women. I believe that, and I act on those beliefs by going to marches and making a difference where I can.

Men should be able to see themselves in female characters and female strength, just as much as women are able to see themselves in male characters.

Let us remember we are all part of one American family. We are united in common values, and that includes belief in equality under the law, basic respect for public order, and the right of peaceful protest.

I have always made sure that I put my game ahead of anything else, sometimes even before friends and family.

My mother is brilliant but emotional and very much gregarious and connected to people. My father was brilliant but focused and driven and very narrow-casted.

At one point in my life, I was very involved with social causes. I'm still involved, but now I have a family and it's important to me.