Often, I’m asked why I chose to write about Merlin — especially before he became the greatest wizard of all times.
T. A. BARRON’S BLOG
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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.
E-(I)nterview: Author T. A. Barron in Conversation
T. A. Barron answers questions about his career as a writer (especially a writer of fantasy) and his connection to the natural world.
T. A. Barron — The Booklist Interview
While doing research for The Merlin Effect, T. A. Barron became aware of how little had been written about Merlin’s youth.
Merlin’s Message
In the classic tale of the sword in the stone, young Arthur ultimately believed that the sword would come free—which was, perhaps, why it did exactly that.
The Remarkable Metaphor of Merlin
In the sheer ability to surprise, one wizard outshines all the rest. He is the greatest of enchanters, the inspiration of thousands of tales. He is Merlin.