Interview with cartoonist Kathleen Gros, author of Jo: An Adaptation of Little Women (Sort Of).
- katkresse321
- Aug 24, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 12, 2024
Where is your favorite place to write?
My favourite place to write is at my desk. It's a giant beast of heavy wood, and its huge surface lets me
spread out all my notes and sketches. My second favourite place to write (when I'm feeling too distracted to write at my desk) is lying down on the couch with a fresh cup of tea
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How old were you when you first started writing stories?
I've been writing stories and making little books since I learned to write (and had access to a stapler).
What was your first book?
My first published book was Last Night at Wyrmwood High. It's an all ages monster story about friendship, forgiveness and curse breaking. It was published by a very small publisher in Vancouver, so most readers haven't heard of it.
What is your favorite genre to write?
I like to write stories that feel real. I like to write about everyday problems and emotions.
What is your favorite genre to read?
My favourite stories to read are ones with monsters and magic. If there are werewolves and vampires, I'm in!
What has been your favorite book to write so far?
This answer changes every time I write a book! My most recent book is Carousel Summer (which will be out in April 2025). I had so much fun writing this one. The characters are all very special to me, and I hope readers enjoy meeting them as much as I enjoyed writing them.
Do you have any places to go or things to do when you need ideas?
My number one thing to do when I need ideas is to hang out with my friends! The best way to make meaningful art is to live a meaningful life. I like to hang out with my friends, go for walks, check out different events in my city, and visit local art galleries.
What are your other hobbies?
When I'm not drawing, writing or reading I'm sewing! I make all of my own clothes, and I love to embroider.
Do you have any pets?
I don't have any pets but I would love to have a cat. My current apartment doesn't allow pets, so in the meantime I get my cat time by cat sitting for all my friends!
Do you plan on writing any more books?
Absolutely. I'll be writing books for as long as I can!
You can visit her website at https://www.kagcomix.com/ .
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Kat
"The best way to make meaningful art is to live a meaningful life."
True words right there.
I like how you're 12, and I'm 34, and you already have like triple the interviews published than me or like 99.9999% of the world haha. Keep it up, you're going to be the interview champion in the future if you keep this up!