“When I was a kid, I loved to draw, and I was lucky because I had paren...” — Tony DiTerlizzi Quote

“When I was a kid, I loved to draw, and I was lucky because I had parents and teachers and grown-ups around who recognised and encouraged that.”

“I want my stories to be understood and enjoyed by anyone, so I need 'beta-readers' who will tell me when the plot is working or not working, and when my writing is concise or vague.”

“I was a tremendous fan of the original Kenneth Grahame short story, 'The Reluctant Dragon.'”

“When I have an evening out I like to see big musicals where the whole audience is encouraged to giddy up out of the seat.”

“My dad was a keen cricketer - he played at school and club level - but it was hard for him to find time for it because he was a farmer, so he encouraged me and my brother.”

“My parents were able to pay our expenses, but not for education. We were encouraged to work hard in school and get scholarships.”