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Charlie Mackesy on Creativity, Connection and the Courage to Continue
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December 10, 2025
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43:43Now PlayingCharlie Mackesy is the bestselling author and illustrator behind the global phenomenon “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse” and its follow up “Always Remember: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, the Horse and the Storm.” Charlie opens up to Hoda about the overwhelming experience of meeting readers whose lives were changed by his words, processing the grief of losing his mother and his dog, and the moments of wonder that keep him grounded, curious, and open to the world. Plus, he reflects on honoring vulnerability and the importance of remembering who we are and how much we matter.
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