What is your favorite children's story?
'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' is my favorite. It's full of strange and wonderful adventures. Alice falls down a rabbit hole into a world where nothing makes sense at first. The characters like the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter are really interesting. It encourages children to use their imagination and not be afraid to explore new and strange things.
I like 'Cinderella' a great deal. It's a classic fairy tale. Cinderella is so kind - hearted despite being treated badly by her stepmother and stepsisters. The magical transformation with the help of her fairy godmother and the glass slipper are really fascinating elements. It gives children hope that no matter how difficult the situation is, good things can happen in the end.
What is one of your favorite children's stories?
I really love 'The Little Prince'. It's such a charming and thought-provoking story.
What are some of your favorite classic children's stories?
'The Jungle Book' is also a great classic. Mowgli's adventures in the jungle, his friendship with Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, and his encounters with the menacing Shere Khan are all very exciting. It shows the power of loyalty and the importance of finding one's place in the world.
Can you share some reasons for your favorite children's story?
In the case of 'Snow White', I love it because of the strong moral lessons it imparts. Snow White's kindness towards the dwarfs and her ability to withstand the evil queen's attempts to harm her. It also has that element of magic with the poisoned apple and the prince's kiss that breaks the spell. It's a story that has been passed down for generations and still holds great value today.
What is your favorite story?
I like the story of 'Cinderella' very much. It's a classic fairy tale. Cinderella endures so much hardship but still remains kind - hearted. In the end, she gets her happily - ever - after with the prince. It gives people hope that no matter how difficult life is, good things will come to those who keep their goodness.
Dear Brian, What's Your Favorite Story?
My favorite story is about a girl who could fly. She discovered her ability one day when she was trying to catch a kite. Instead of just running, she suddenly lifted off the ground. She used her flying ability to help people in need, like delivering medicine to isolated villages.
What is your favorite Valentine's Day story?
A story that I find really sweet is this one. There was a girl who had a crush on a boy in her class. On Valentine's Day, she mustered up all her courage and gave him a hand - made Valentine's card. The boy was really surprised but also very happy. He then asked her out for a walk. From that day on, they started dating. It's such a simple and innocent Valentine's Day story that makes you feel warm inside.
What is your wife's favorite detective story?
My wife's favorite detective story is Sherlock Holmes. She is amazed by Holmes' brilliant deduction skills and how he can solve the most complex cases with just a few clues.
What's your favorite love story and why?
I really love 'Romeo and Juliet'. It's so passionate and tragic. The way their love defied all odds is just captivating.
What's your favorite short story and why?
My favorite short story is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's so suspenseful and makes you think about society in a whole new way.
What's your favorite horror story and why?
My favorite horror story is 'The Shining' because of its intense atmosphere and the psychological terror it creates.