“Why do I do anything?' she says. 'I'm educated enough to talk myself out of any plan. To deconstruct any fantasy. Explain away any goal. I'm so smart I can negate any dream.”

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.