The minute I sit down and think 'Okay, this must be KID…
“The minute I sit down and think 'Okay, this must be KID SAFE!' my Muse develops Tourrette's and goes to lunch with Clive Barker, and my mind plunges into the gutter and I draw an appalling blank on anything that is not violent, gory, profanity laden, or depraved. So I think the only way I can ever do kid's books if I plan not to do kid's books. If that makes any sense.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Creative blocks arise when trying to force a style that feels unsafe, leading to avoidance of non‑violent content.
In simple terms: Fear of kid‑friendly work blocks creativity.
Key Takeaway
Accept discomfort, experiment gradually.
Themes
creativity
self‑doubt
genre‑constraints
Mood
anxious
determined
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- writing children's books
- writing workshops
- mind‑mapping
- freewriting sessions
Key Concepts
psychology
creative block
genre‑identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take toward kid‑friendly writing?
- How can you reframe safety as creative freedom?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding discomfort limits growth and may reinforce avoidance.