Funny Quote by David Grann
“It's funny: I don't know if she babysat, but I spent time with Judy Blume when I was little.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Bookish Life, 2019
The narrator recalls a childhood encounter with author Judy Blume, highlighting personal literary influence.
In simple terms: I once spent time with Judy Blume as a child.
Key Takeaway
Recognize early influences on reading.
Themes
memory
literature
childhood
Mood
nostalgic
thoughtful
Type
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- book clubs
- writing workshops
- education
Key Concepts
author impact
personal narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How have early literary experiences shaped you?
- What authors influenced your youth?
A Different Perspective
Memory may be vague or embellished.
![“My parents are pretty liberal. But they were just you know trying to look out for my innocence or whatever. But my babysitter had "Forever" [by Judy Blume]. And I said "Well I've read Judy Blume books, can I borrow that?" And she said no, this one's not appropriate for you. Which obviously, got me…” quote by Lena Dunham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/817/lena-dunham-1013_appropriate_my-parents-are-pretty-liberal-but-they-w_1204325.jpg)
![“We're living in a world where [Judy Blume] books were ever banned, and now like "Fifty Shades of Grey" is being read in high schools. Like it's just a wild.” quote by Lena Dunham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6ff/lena-dunham-1013_banned_we-re-living-in-a-world-where-judy-blume_891451.jpg)
![“I took "Forever" [by Judy Blume] to the bathroom to read [when I was eight] and then I heard my mom coming so I stuck it under the toilet and went running out. And I went back later to check for it. And it was gone.” quote by Lena Dunham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/05e/lena-dunham-1013_bathroom_i-took-forever-by-judy-blume-to-the-bath_484950.jpg)
