“The letters I really love are from young actresses who were worried th...” — Melissa McCarthy Quote

“The letters I really love are from young actresses who were worried they had to fit a certain look. They say I've opened it up. And I don't just mean plus-size girls. You can push things now. With all the great performances in 'Bridesmaids', it changed how people see funny women.”

“I'd rather watch a character be good at something and be challenged - there's more to play in that.”

“Everybody's a train wreck in their own very special way. But there's something wildly freeing about someone who's unapologetic, who knows they're a wreck and doesn't even try to hide it, just bulldozes through life.”

“I can't tell you how many letters I've gotten where someone showed 'Sordid Lives' to their mom, dad, or family and used it as a tool to come out.”

“I love seeing my book on shelves and getting letters from people who liked the book. I love telling stories and having other people tell stories to me.”

“I get wonderful letters from kids and teachers. I must have the best readers in the world.”