obert Munsch is an internationally renowned children's book author with dozens of memorable titles. He brings in aspects from real life to give his work an authenticity we can all relate to, young or old (Love You Forever makes us all cry). He travels to tell and make up stories but mostly he spends his time in Guelph, Ontario, Canada.
cancon
what is the most fulfilling part of writing children's books?
Robert Munsch
Giving the book to the kid I wrote it about
cancon
what are a few of your favourite books of any genre?
Robert Munsch
A Big Storm Blew It Over - Fiction
The Gate To The Women's Country - Science Fiction
Darwin's Dangerous Idea - Science
Blueberries For Sal - Kids
cancon
you have formally studied a great deal of theology, history and anthropology- in what ways do you think this has influenced writings?
Robert Munsch
I am not sure. Mostly storytelling has influenced my writing.
cancon
do you feel that contemporary children's books are progressing positively?
Robert Munsch
Yes
cancon
how do you think the growth of computers in the classroom, and the internet will change the face of children's literacy?
Robert Munsch
Soon you will download a file, take it to a print shop and they will give you a book. Books will be as easy to reproduce as tapes and I will be out of a job.
cancon
what inspires you?
Robert Munsch
Panic in front of an audience
cancon
what do you do to relax?
Robert Munsch
Offtrail hiking
cancon
has the role of the children's book changed over the years?
Robert Munsch
No
cancon
do people put too much of an emphasis on you being a "Canadian" author?
Robert Munsch
I think they do
cancon
you are well known for your interactive readings and performances, what is your most memorable experience?
Robert Munsch
Forgetting what story I was telling
cancon
what can adults learn from kids?
Robert Munsch
To be real
cancon
what is one question that you've always wanted to be asked?
Robert Munsch
How has being a manic-depressive, obsessive-compulsive, recovered-alcoholic nut case changed your writing.
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