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Inside the Mind - Javier Morales

  • What made you start writing children’s books?
    I wanted kids to fall in love with nature and understand how important it is to protect it.
  • Where do you get your ideas?
    From my travels in forests, mountains, and rivers. Every animal encounter sparks a new story.
  • Who’s your favorite character you’ve created?
    A mischievous monkey named Tiko, who always teaches lessons about friendship and respect for nature.
  • What’s your writing process like?
    I outline adventures first, then add real science facts hidden inside the fun.
  • Which childhood book influenced you most?
    The Jungle Book. It showed me that animals could feel like family in stories.
  • Do you work with experts for your books?
    Yes, I talk to wildlife rangers and biologists to make sure the details are accurate.
  • What’s the hardest part of writing about nature for kids?
    Balancing facts with fun—too much science can feel like homework.
  • How do you keep your stories exciting?
    By mixing danger, discovery, and humor—kids love suspense but also need to laugh.
  • What advice would you give young writers?
    Pay attention to the world around you. The smallest bug can spark the biggest story.
  • What’s next for you?
    A series about kids who rescue endangered animals across different continents.