Children Quote by Kent Haruf
“I think that usually the risk in trying to write children in fiction is the tendency to make them too cute or something.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Plowing On by Kent Haruf, 1999
The author warns that writing children's fiction can become overly sentimental, losing authenticity and depth.
In simple terms: Avoid making children's characters too cute.
Key Takeaway
Balance authenticity with charm in children's stories.
Themes
authenticity
children
writing
Mood
cautious
considerate
Type
practical
advisory
When to use this quote
- authoring children's books
- editing
- workshop critique
Key Concepts
sentimentality
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you keep children's characters realistic?
- What depth can you add without losing charm?
A Different Perspective
Cuteness can alienate older readers.
