IN THE MEDIA
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.
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October 3, 2023The world around us is a forest growing from seeds of nature's resilience, human intellect, and the courageous spirit that... -
September 12, 2023T. A. Barron, the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of The Merlin Saga, announces season 2 of Magic...
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The Power of Youth and the Power of StoriesPLAY VIDEOApril 20, 2023T. A. Barron is interviewed by the Izaak Walton League of America for their Outdoor America publication.
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April 19, 2023T. A. Barron visits with elementary students to talk about writing.
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October 11, 2022Betsy Bird talks with T. A. about entering the wild world of podcasting. They also discuss the connection between fantasy...
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September 29, 2022Each year, the Barron Prize awards outstanding young people whose actions serve as an inspirational example of the power we...
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September 12, 2022T. A. Barron talks about the process of developing a podcast and how storytelling in this medium differs (or not!)...
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September 12, 2022Bestselling author & conservationist T. A. Barron announces the release of his new podcast, Magic & Mountains.
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June 30, 2022As an environmentalist, I encourage everyone to do what they can to help protect our planet, and ourselves.
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Romanian Children’s Book Festival InterviewPLAY VIDEOBooks, Featured, For Educators, In the Media, Interviews, On Writing, The Atlantis Saga, The Merlin SagaMarch 18, 2022T. A. Barron was recently interviewed for the Romanian Children's Book Festival. Check out the full interview here!
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T.A. Barron: From Colorado to CamelotPLAY VIDEOOctober 28, 2021T. A. Barron is interviewed by Teague Bohlen from Westword and talks Giant, Merlin, Colorado, and more.
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A Giant Interview with T. A. BarronPLAY VIDEOOctober 28, 2021Check out this T. A. Barron interview by Elizabeth Bird that originally appeared at SLJ.com.
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October 26, 2021It's been 25 years since readers were first introduced to the land of Fincayra and Penguin Young Readers is thrilled...
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GIANT Virtual Book TourPLAY VIDEOOctober 20, 2021In honor of this magical opening to a story that means so much to me, I’ll be participating in a...
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October 12, 2021T. A. Barron unveils a new, interactive website with specialized content areas for readers, educators, writers, and nature lovers.
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Merlin and Me: Thirteen Books LaterPLAY VIDEOAugust 22, 2019What is the most powerful lesson I’ve learned from Merlin? That his journey is one anybody can share.
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October 14, 2017T. A. Barron supports Save the Redwoods - read his supporter profile to learn why.
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Merlin on the WindPLAY VIDEOAugust 30, 2017I am thrilled to share this article I wrote for the Aug/Sept 2017 edition of National Geographic Traveler magazine.
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A Future So BrightPLAY VIDEOOctober 25, 2016To get to know the environmental leaders of tomorrow—many of whose efforts are already affecting change—Sierra checked in with the...
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April 14, 2016EMA interviews conservationist and author T. A. Barron about the 25th anniversary of “The Ancient One”, life, the environment, and...
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March 18, 2016T.A. Barron talks about the special edition of The Ancient One and the lasting influence of the main character Kate.
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September 21, 2015T. A. Barron talks about the 2015 Barron Prize winners and other young people who are changing the world for...
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April 9, 2015The Horn Book interviews T. A. Barron and asks, "What else do you do with your time?"
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April 28, 2014From Middle-Earth’s talking “Ents” to the car-destroying Whomping Willow, we’re taking a look the most famous trees in fiction.
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Sage Advice for Writers from T. A. BarronPLAY VIDEODecember 3, 2013Why do you write? What story are you trying to tell? What question are you trying to answer? What void...
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September 24, 2013Are there any ways to enlighten as well as empower young people to help protect the air, land, water, and...
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April 5, 2013T. A. Barron talks with Hypable about Atlantis and creating its origin story.
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Why Fantasy Must Be TruePLAY VIDEOJuly 1, 2012The best fantasy has three essential qualities: depth of character, truth of place, and richness of meaning.
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Why Merlin?PLAY VIDEOAugust 14, 2011Often, I’m asked why I chose to write about Merlin — especially before he became the greatest wizard of all...
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4 Tips to Discover Your Child's Inner HeroPLAY VIDEONovember 17, 2010T. A. Barron is interviewed by Jamie Lee for BabyCenter.com. He talks about helping kids find their inner hero.
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Authors Carry Kids to Amazing WorldsPLAY VIDEOOctober 14, 2010T. A. Barron talks about wrapping up The Merlin Saga with Ultimate Magic, and how he develops his magical characters.
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An Interview with T. A. BarronPLAY VIDEOApril 29, 2010Elizabeth Varadan covers a variety of topics in this interview with T. A. Barron.
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Meet: T. A. BarronPLAY VIDEOApril 19, 2010Coloradoan T. A. Barron has authored a staggering 24 books. Each of his books has a lesson for kids to...
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The Importance of HeroesPLAY VIDEOApril 24, 2009What does it take for a young person to realize that he or she can be a force for positive...
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March 18, 2007Hawkin Middle Schoolers recount a visit from T. A. Barron and discuss heroes vs celebrities as inspiration.
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October 19, 2004T. A. Barron discusses his "Creativity Top Ten" - the ten most important things anyone can do to encourage a...
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Heroes, Not CelebritiesPLAY VIDEOMay 24, 2004When it comes to knowing the difference between a hero and a celebrity, our society is confused. Massively, profoundly confused.
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Everyday HeroesPLAY VIDEOMay 19, 2004T. A. Barron's passion for children and nature as well as the need for strong examples of heroism led him...
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The ALAN Review Interview with T. A. BarronPLAY VIDEOSeptember 17, 2001T. A. Barron answers questions about his career as a writer (especially a writer of fantasy) and his connection to...
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T. A. Barron — The Booklist InterviewPLAY VIDEOApril 15, 2001While doing research for The Merlin Effect, T. A. Barron became aware of how little had been written about Merlin's...
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As High as the SkyPLAY VIDEOMay 18, 1999T. A. Barron writes about conserving land in the wild parts of Colorado for future generations to enjoy.
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Vision, Voice, and the Power of CreationPLAY VIDEOApril 30, 1999My children's favorite question, beyond doubt, is “Dad, is that true?” Whenever we read a book together—regardless of the genre...
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Merlin's MessagePLAY VIDEONovember 1, 1998In the classic tale of the sword in the stone, young Arthur ultimately believed that the sword would come free—which...