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DePaola says that there's always going go be a new way to tell stories, but he believes that printed books are not going to disappear.

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Tomie dePaola

Children’s Author

Tomie dePaola (1934–2020), the author and illustrator of Strega Nona and many other beloved books, always knew he wanted to be an artist. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Tomie dePaola tells comical childhood tales, reflects on his career, and suggests ways to encourage young readers and artists.

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