“That’s the biggest purpose of religious gathering: permission to look terrible in public. We used to go to church to confess our worst behaviour, to be heard and forgiven, then to be redeemed and accepted back into our community”

American novelist and essayist of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, known for provocative, darkly satirical fiction that explores human behavior and societal taboos. His work often blends grotesque humor with sharp social commentary, challenging readers to confront uncomfortable truths.