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The speaker says they do not follow an outline strictly and often go back to revise earlier parts of their work. The quote suggests a flexible, revision-heavy writing process rather than a fixed plan.
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About Holly Black
American writer and editor
Holly Black is an American writer and editor known for children’s and young adult fiction. She is especially recognized for the Folk of the Air series, her most recent work, and for her long career in fantasy writing. Black is also known for The Spiderwick Chronicles, which she created with writer and illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi, and for her debut trilogy, Modern Faerie Tales. Her work has earned a Nebula Award, a Newbery Honor, and a Mythopoeic Award. The Spiderwick Chronicles was adapted into a 2008 film and a 2023 television series, which brought her a nomination for the Children’s and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Young Teen Series.
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Books by Holly Black
The Spiderwick Chronicles
2008
The Wicked King
2019
Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles
2009
The Cruel Prince
2018
Ironside
2009