Sid Fleischman has written dozens of books for children. It took him more than 10 years to complete his award-winning book, The Whipping Boy. His ideas can spring from anywhere. The 13th Floor, a time travel story, was inspired by the superstitious fear of the number 13 (triskaidekaphobia). His stories often hint at the possibility of magic in our lives, unsurprising for someone who was once a professional magician. Watch the interview to learn more about him and read a short biography about his life. Includes an interview transcript and a selected list of his books.