C.s. LewisA children's story that can only be enjoyed by children is not a good children's story in the slightest.
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A children's story that can only be enjoyed by children is not a good children's story in the slightest. The idea of this quote is so simple, yet so profound. Children bring out the best in you. If you want to be a good writer, write stories to entertain children.
If you want to be an artist, paint pictures that are meant for children. No matter what you do, consider your audience when creating something.
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