“Once I became an adult and started to pursue writing as a professional career, I realized my main characters were always young people. My stories naturally center around children and teenagers. I think it's because I have worked with youth for about twelve years. The pains and joys of adolescents are moments I witness on a daily basis, so their stories are always with me as I write.” PeopleThinkingWritingYearsChildrenMomentsCharacterStoriesPainYoungJoyCareersYouthAdultsBasesI RealizedPursueWitnessTeenagerTwelveMain CharactersProfessional Career Author:Renee Watson
“I have always known that I wanted to work with youth through the arts and I believe the arts can help young people cope with hardship.” PeopleBelieveArtHelpingWantedYoungI BelieveKnownYouthHardship Author:Renee Watson
“One important thing I take away daily is that for all the talk about what youth are not doing - especially young people of color - I know there are many who do care about their future, who are striving to affect their world in a positive way.” PeopleKnowsWorldWayImportantCareYoungYouthColorImportant ThingsStrive Author:Renee Watson
