Book Quote by Jan Brett
“The books take a year just to do the drawing. I will travel to a country to do the research and get ideas. Sometimes I don't travel to do research, but mostly I do. It takes a long time, but do I ever get tired of it? Not really. The characters kind of grow and evolve.”
About This Quote
Creating books takes a year; research often involves travel, though sometimes it doesn’t, and the process fuels character growth.
In simple terms: Book creation is lengthy, research can be travel‑based, and characters evolve.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the slow, evolving creative process.
Themes
creativity
research
patience
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
creative
literary
When to use this quote
- author workshops
- field trips
- creative retreats
Key Concepts
writing
illustration
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How does travel influence your ideas?
- What keeps you motivated during long projects?
A Different Perspective
May be time‑intensive.
