WHO: Julie Andrews Edwards
CLAIM TO FAME: The star of Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music and The Princess Diaries; author of children's books, including Mandy and the new book Simeon's Gift. See Kid Reporter Carson Satterfield's full interview at timeforkids.com/andrews.
Q
Why did you decide to write for children?
A
I wrote Mandy for my eldest daughter, Jennifer. It took about
two years. I so enjoyed that and just wanted to keep writing
afterward.
Q
Do you ever get writer's block?
A
Oh, yeah. I'm writing a book at the moment, and I have a
deadline for it, which is next year. There are days when I'm
really panicked. Lately, I've been telling myself, "Just do it." I can always rewrite, always go back and work on particular
pieces.
Q
You performed in the classic musicals Mary Poppins and The
Sound of Music. Which would you say was your favorite?
A
I like each one for a different reason. Each has a simple,
special memory. I just started another movie, Princess Diaries 2.
We'll be filming in November.
Q
Which do you enjoy most, singing, writing or acting?
A
You know what I really enjoy? Being allowed to do all those
things. How lucky can I be to try all of those things and get
away with it?