Book Quote by Kate DiCamillo
“On the return flight from my mother in Florida , I sat next to a businessman who asked me what I did for a living. I said, "I write," and it seemed totally ridiculous in the face of what had just happened. I mean, I couldn't think of anything more pointless than telling stories. He asked, "What do you write?" I said, "I write children books."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Book Talk, 2021
Writing children’s books may seem trivial, but storytelling holds deep value and impact.
In simple terms: Children’s stories are meaningful, not pointless.
Key Takeaway
Value the purpose of your work.
Themes
writing
children
purpose
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- author events
- school curricula
- parental reading
- community workshops
Key Concepts
storytelling
cultural impact
education
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we dismiss certain genres?
- What impact can children's stories have?
A Different Perspective
Societal undervaluation of children's literature persists.
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