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“The books take a year just to do the drawing. I will travel to a country to do the research and get ideas. Sometimes I don't travel to do research, but mostly I do. It takes a long time, but do I ever get tired of it? Not really. The characters kind of grow and evolve.”

Quote by Jan Brett

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Jan Brett, born on December 1, 1949, is a renowned illustrator. Her works are known for their exquisite details and rich imagination, appealing to both children and adults alike. more

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