What I want to do is tell stories about normal people in the American suburbs. I don't write the book where it's a conspiracy reaching the prime minister I don't write the book with the big serial killer who lops off heads. My setting is a very placid pool of suburbia, family life. And within that I can make pretty big splashes.

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In this quote, the author expresses their desire to focus on telling stories about everyday individuals in suburban America. They steer away from elaborate plots involving political conspiracies or gruesome serial killers. Instead, their aim is to highlight the tranquil and ordinary aspects of family life in suburbia. However, even within this seemingly calm setting, the author believes they are capable of creating significant impact and leaving a lasting impression with their storytelling.

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