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How Austin Kleon Keeps it Fun and Weird

"Because I am insane, I keep four different notebooks"

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Jun 01, 2026
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It’s my birthday this week!

For the past few years, I’ve shared a favorite creator from my youth to celebrate. This year, I’m sharing a favorite creator who has just written about child-like things—in the most ebullient way.

I can’t tell you how excited I am to feature none other than Austin Kleon!

photo of Austin Kleon by Clayton Cubitt

Here’s what I’ve always appreciated about Austin’s work: He takes co…

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I’m a writer who draws. Author of STEAL LIKE AN ARTIST and other bestsellers. My newest one is DON’T CALL IT ART: 10 WAYS TO CREATE LIKE A KID AGAIN.
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