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“It's a sort of patronizing idea that literature for children has to feature role models of exemplary behavior. I think not only is that bogus, but it leads to really boring books.”

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Mac Barnett

Mac Barnett, born on August 23, 1982, is an accomplished writer known for his unique style and engaging narratives. His works span across children's literature and adult fiction, renowned for their vivid imagination and emotional depth. more

“I love boxing, and I try to mix it up as much as I can. Boxing makes you kind of tight, so it's really good to mix that with barre, pilates, or something that'll stretch you out and make you longer. I'm not the person that loves to be in the gym so much. I like to mix it up as much as possible, otherwise I'll get bored.”

Trying Kind Persons I Can Bored Boxing Gym Pilates

Author:Elsa Hosk

“Mac [Barnett ] and I have been friends for more than ten years. We met working at an educational nonprofit. And we have been pranking each other the whole time. It's our own version of a prank war. We thought we would channel some of that energy into writing a book.”

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Author:Jory John

“Mac [Barnett]and I both had times when we moved, started new schools, and we know how hard that was, figuring out your identity and who you're going to be at the new school.”

Knows Hard School Know How Identity Moved Macs

Author:Jory John

“I had mostly been writing humor books, and my instinct is generally to go for the joke.”

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Author:Jory John

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