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Quote by Judy Blume

“I'm a people person. I never get tired of watching people, especially young people.”

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Judy Blume, born on February 12, 1938, is a renowned film writer. Her works are known for their poignant storytelling and rich emotional depth, which have won her a wide audience's affection. more

“I don't believe in writer's block. There are good days when you're writing and less good days. I've learned that if it's not happening to walk away and return later. I doodle a lot and often get my best ideas with a pencil in my hand while I'm doodling. The problem is, sometimes I lose my doodles and that's bad!”

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Author:Judy Blume

“I love picture books. I think some of the best people in children's books are the ones who create their own picture books. I wish I could say I'm one of them, but I'm not.”

People Thinking Children Book Wish Children's Books Picture Books Love Picture

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“I have to go with what comes naturally to me. Fantasy isn't my thing. I did enjoy the Oz books when I was growing up and certainly my grandson and I read Harry Potter together. You write what you can as well as you can.”

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Author:Judy Blume

“Sometimes I'll say, "I wrote that book," and the person will look at you as if you're really strange. One time that happened to my daughter on a plane. She was sitting next to a girl who was reading one of my books and my daughter said, "My mother wrote that book." And the girl started to quiz my daughter, asking her all sorts of questions, like what are the names of Judy's children and where did she grow up. My daughter thought it was so funny.”

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“I try to create new characters in each book I write. That's what makes writing fun and interesting for me.”

Writing Trying Book Character Fun Interesting

Author:Judy Blume

“I use a computer, but before I begin each new book I keep a notebook. I write down everything that comes to mind during that period before I actually begin. It might take months or weeks. That notebook is my security blanket so that I never have to face a blank screen (or blank page). But I print out often and my best ideas usually come with a pencil in my hand.”

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“Sometimes I can't read my own handwriting. That's a problem!”

I Can Sometimes Problem My Own Handwriting

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“I like revising much, much better than getting down a first draft. The first draft is just getting the pieces to the puzzle. Then I get to put the puzzle together!”

Firsts Together Pieces Puzzles Revising

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“I love to talk with children. I try to visit schools but it's hard for me to travel when I'm trying to write. Some authors are able to do both.”

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