A conversation with Gary Paulsen, author of "Gone to the Woods"

American Writers Museum presents a discussion with three-time Newbery Honor-winner Gary Paulsen about his new middle grade memoir "Gone to the Woods." This conversation originally took place January 12, 2021 and was recorded live.
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[@Originalacousticmusic]

Reading all the Mr. Tucket books now - haven’t since middle school. I’m 30 years old now and I’m just as entertained reading them as I was when I was a kid.

[@crispy2699]

Rest in peace Gary Paulsen. I simply would not be the man I am today without you.

[@armyantgames5409]

And now he’s gone for good... Rest In Peace gary your book will forever be a core memory from my childhood

[@american236]

Absolutely, me too. Such a profound impact.

[@purposebehindthepen]

I had no clue until now.

[@SkaterDrey]

The greatest webinar ever. I could really understand and see Paulsen’s personality and enthusiasm. He’s a legend!

[@zakelsey11]

The final thing she read was from Jim, my father, who lives in Florida. He’s a retired school teacher. I had a book once from his Gary Paulsen collection and the first book I remember ever reading was The Hatchet. It might have even been signed by Mr. Paulsen but we passed it down to my nephew. Thank you Gary!! I hope at some point I can get ahold of you to say thank you in person instead of words on a screen.

[@jaredwatson7213]

I haven’t even watched the video, but I’m so very appreciative of this. Gary’s books were so intriguing to me as a kid.

[@aimeelovesyou]

What a wonderful soul. The universe is better because of you.

[@1921minno]

I fell into this book and finished it in 2 days. It was so alive and so detailed--I couldn't wait to read the next chapter.

[@terryrussell9590]

Me too ! I couldn't put it down.

[@american236]

Hatchet?

[@mrs.narhsaudiobooks5399]

Thank you for this interview! I will be sharing portions of it with my class .

[@voltnshock3259]

I love hatchet and brian's winter

[@yokiryuchan7655]

I grew up reading his books when I was in primary school and junior high. I remember my school's library being full of Gary Paulsen books. As a "city boy" I never had an interest in the wilderness hunting, fishing etc. until I read his books.

[@american236]

10:26 😂😂😂 “just to check it out”

[@sabbelm8719]

I have a Question?
I've miss the Interview and wanted to ask if it might be possible to get a signed book?

[@american236]

Was he ever married?

[@OXSkuldream]

To a woman named Ruth, if I'm not mistaken.

[@annchovey2089]

Loved his books except for when he would slip in some propaganda.