Crazy Quote by Stephen McCauley
“It's really fun to write something for kids. You can make it a little bit more extreme and crazy than you would for adults.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, “Writing for Children”, 2018
Writing for children allows more daring, imaginative storytelling than adult literature.
In simple terms: Kids' books can be wilder.
Embrace bold ideas for young readers.
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When to use this quote
- author workshops
- school curricula
- publishing pitches
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits should be set for kids' stories?
- How to keep stories engaging yet suitable?
Balancing excitement with age‑appropriate content is challenging.