The goal for Shondaland is to continue to make very good shows that we're proud of when they're ready.

As much as I was encouraged by the number of female-centric shows being bandied about, it feels like we're being treated like a trend or a quota to be filled.

In a world where shows have to keep going while the priorities change, I have to stay flexible.

I like to exercise in the morning before work. It puts me in a good mood, which makes my coworkers happy, and jump-starts my brain, which makes me happy.

I think the way I sort of approach it is, you just sort of keep your head down and focus on what you are doing and making shows that people will want to see on Thursday night.

I'm very dogged when I believe in something. I'm also dark and twisty.