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T. A. BARRON’S BLOG
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From the Giving Tree to the Whomping Willow:
Sage Advice for Writers from T. A. Barron
Why do you write? What story are you trying to tell? What question are you trying to answer? What void are you trying to fill?
Our Children, Our Planet: Raising Kids Who Can Save the Earth
Are there any ways to enlighten as well as empower young people to help protect the air, land, water, and creatures of the Earth?
Interview with T. A. Barron About Atlantis Rising
T. A. Barron talks with Hypable about Atlantis and creating its origin story.
Why Fantasy Must Be True
The best fantasy has three essential qualities: depth of character, truth of place, and richness of meaning.
The Gift of Time: At Risk?
T. A. Barron writes about the gift of time for Oxford scholars, and for all of us, and its importance in shaping our lived experience.
Taking Time for Wisdom
The award-winning fantasy author is powerfully motivated by the idea that one person can make a difference.
Authors Carry Kids to Amazing Worlds
T. A. Barron talks about wrapping up The Merlin Saga with Ultimate Magic, and how he develops his magical characters.
An Interview with T. A. Barron
Elizabeth Varadan covers a variety of topics in this interview with T. A. Barron.
Creativity, Kids, and One-Eyed Ogres:
How to Raise Creative Children
T. A. Barron discusses his “Creativity Top Ten” – the ten most important things anyone can do to encourage a child’s creativity.