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Making books is hard work. Some books are, of course, more demanding than others.

I love making books for children. Big kids, little kids, old kids and new.

How could I make a little book, when I have seen enough to make a dozen large books?

I didn't want to write a book. They made me do it.

I give each book however long it needs to be the best I can make it.

But at the same time, I have trouble keeping things out of books, which is why I don't write short stories because they turn into novels.

I am a big book collector. I love books.

Writing a book is such a full-time job. If you're away for a few days, you have to start again.