Armistead Jones Maupin, Jr. (born May 13, 1944) is an American writer, best known for his Tales of the City series of novels, set in San Francisco. Read full biography of Armistead Maupin →
I consider myself much better adjusted than Gabriel.
Too much of a good thing is wonderful.
I think that instinct, that storytelling instinct, rescued me most of my life.
I believe very firmly that gay people of every stripe and age should be role models for all children, and that means interacting with them.
I tend to prefer the shelter of fiction.
I've always drawn on bits and pieces of my own life.
I've included these little jokes and mysteries in my writing for the amusement of readers.
Well, maybe it has to do with the fact that I was a complete Hitchcock fanatic from age 9.
When I get back from this book tour, I'm planning to learn the internet. Maybe I can hook up in cyberspace.
For the most part, I have a very manageable celebrity. People recognize me from time to time, and they usually say very appreciative things. It... →
I can't imagine a more fulfilling thing for a writer than that you've made a strong impact on the lives of other people. Just because... →
I know that when Terry and I were together, 10 years ago, he did not appreciate it when people would ask him what it is like being partnered with a... →
Armistead Jones Maupin, Jr. (born May 13, 1944) is an American writer, best known for his Tales of the City series of novels, set in San Francisco.