ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS

I’ve included all my favorite articles and interviews right here, organized by topic. I hope you find them enjoyable and helpful in your explorations!

Video interviews are available on my YouTube channel, where you can also find a wide array of T. A. Barron videos on many topics.

Why Fantasy Must Be True
Why Fantasy Must Be True
July 1, 2012
The best fantasy has three essential qualities: depth of character, truth of place, and richness of meaning ...
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Die Bücherfresser Article
Die Bücherfresser Article
March 17, 2012
by Hannah, 11 yrs old Die Bücherfresser March 17, 2012 PDF ...
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The Power of Young People to Change the World
The Power of Young People to Change the World
October 15, 2011
If I could give today’s young people three wishes, they would be: More hugs. More time outside in nature. More ...
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The Flame of Story - New England Librarians Association
The Flame of Story – New England Librarians Association
October 4, 2011
Bestselling author & conservationist T. A. Barron announces the release of his new podcast, Magic & Mountains ...
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The Gift of Time: At Risk?
The Gift of Time: At Risk?
September 15, 2011
T. A. Barron writes about the gift of time for Oxford scholars, and for all of us, and its importance ...
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Why Merlin?
Why Merlin?
August 14, 2011
Often, I’m asked why I chose to write about Merlin — especially before he became the greatest wizard of all ...
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Saving the Environment is Saving Ourselves: An Interview with T. A. Barron
Saving the Environment is Saving Ourselves: An Interview with T. A. Barron
August 1, 2011
Earthjustice MagazineAugust 2011PDF1. Tell me about your connection to nature. What is your environmental ethos? Nature is my great friend, ...
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Taking Time for Wisdom
Taking Time for Wisdom
March 15, 2011
The award-winning fantasy author is powerfully motivated by the idea that one person can make a difference ...
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Be the Match - The Importance of Teachers - IRA NCTE
Be the Match – The Importance of Teachers – IRA NCTE
November 20, 2010
Bestselling author & conservationist T. A. Barron announces the release of his new podcast, Magic & Mountains ...
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4 Tips to Discover Your Child's Inner Hero
4 Tips to Discover Your Child’s Inner Hero
November 17, 2010
T. A. Barron is interviewed by Jamie Lee for BabyCenter.com. He talks about helping kids find their inner hero ...
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Writing Fantasy: An Interview with University of Washington
Writing Fantasy: An Interview with University of Washington
November 10, 2010
University of Washington Interview November 2010 PDFDoes writing fantasy provide unique challenges compared to other genres? T. A. Barron: Fantasy ...
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Authors Carry Kids to Amazing Worlds
Authors Carry Kids to Amazing Worlds
October 14, 2010
T. A. Barron talks about wrapping up the Merlin Saga with Ultimate Magic, and how he develops his magical characters ...
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