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Dav Pilkey Quotes: Once I have the story in my head, I write it down. The illustrations usually come last.
         

Once I have the story in my head, I write it down. The illustrations usually come last.


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This page presents the quote "Once I have the story in my head, I write it down. The illustrations usually come last.". Author of this quote is Dav Pilkey. This quote is about writing, illustration, stories,.