Polacco, Patricia

When did you decide to become a children’s writer and illustrator?

I did not start writing children’s books until I was 41 years old. Before that I was a mother, a wife and I restored antiquities for museums.

Who are your favorite picture book authors?

Dr. Seuss, Robert McCloskey, Wanda Gag.

Where do you get ideas for your books?

From my family-current events and “life” events. All one has to do is observe life around you.

Which do you usually spend more time on-the pictures or the words?

It depends on the story.

What is your favorite book that you have done?

That is like asking which of my children I love the most!

Do you use people you know as characters? If not, where do you get them?

Yes, but sometimes they are from my imagination based on someone I know.

Do you do many author visits and which ones have been the most memorable?

Yes. I visit 130 schools a year. They are all memorable.

What do you do for fun?

Overeat. Watch my goats play-cuddle my sheep (this is true!). Sip tea-rock and day dream.

Learn more about Patricia Polacco in our Author Showcase and on her website at www.patriciapolacco.com.

 

 

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