For most of my career I illustrated books for other people.
Brian Selznick
I never understood the concept of a fluffy summer read. For me, summer reading means beaches, long train rides and layovers in foreign airports. All... →
Maria Semple
You cannot write for children They're much too complicated. You can only write books that are of interest to them.
Maurice Sendak
I write books that seem more suitable for children, and that's OK with me. They are a better audience and tougher critics. Kids tell you what... →
I do not remember any proper children's books in my childhood. I was not exposed to them.
There are certain pieces of music that are always attached to certain books.
'The Hobbit' was one of the first biggish books I ever read. I remember vividly the 'riddles in the dark' passage, and it meant a lot... →
Andy Serkis
I don't think it's a coincidence that comic books appeal so strongly to children. Not that it negates any of their power for adults, but... →
Seth
I often feel newspapers are just filling up space. Of course, I also know people who write really long books.
Vikram Seth
I want my books to sell, to be read. I'm not interested in being obscure.