Ask the Author: Rachel Renée Russell
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Rachel Renée Russell
Hi there Lilli, thanks for loving my books! You sound like a SUPERFAN if you’ve read thirteen of my books so far. 😊 As far as my favorite color, I love anything purple!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey Kashmala, I’m so glad that you love Dork Diaries! Brandon’s hair is wavy and brown.
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Hajra, thanks so much for your question! Although Nikki Maxwell is a fictional character, she was inspired by my own daughter. Like, Nikki Maxwell, my daughter is also named, Nikki, and is a very talented artist. My daughter is also the illustrator of Dork Diaries. Both Nikkis are very creative, warm, and funny!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Sophia, thanks so much for your question! And yes, there will be a Dork Diaries Book 15! Dork Diaries Book 15: Tales from a Not-So-Posh Paris Adventure will be released in October 2020, and I’m SOOO excited for you to read it!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Zehra, I’m so happy to hear that you love Dork Diaries Book 14! It was SO much fun to write! I’ll definitely tell Nikki that you’re having an amazing time reading her diaries. 😊
Thank you for your suggestion about writing from another character’s point of view. In Dork Diaries Book 9: Tales from a Not-So-Dorky Drama Queen, MacKenzie gets her hands on Nikki’s diary and actually writes in it for several weeks! I agree that it would be fun to write a book from the perspective of Chloe and Zoey. I’ll seriously consider doing it.
Thank you for your suggestion about writing from another character’s point of view. In Dork Diaries Book 9: Tales from a Not-So-Dorky Drama Queen, MacKenzie gets her hands on Nikki’s diary and actually writes in it for several weeks! I agree that it would be fun to write a book from the perspective of Chloe and Zoey. I’ll seriously consider doing it.
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey Miranda, thanks for LOVING my books! It can be really challenging to get a book published, but the first step is to finish your book and then rewrite it as needed until it’s perfect. After that, you need to find a literary agent to represent you and your book. If the agent likes it, s/he will submit it to several publishing companies. If a publisher likes your book, they’ll publish it so that others can read it.
The newest Dork Diaries Book 15 will be released in October 2020! I’m so excited for you to read it!
The newest Dork Diaries Book 15 will be released in October 2020! I’m so excited for you to read it!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey there, Aqeela! That’s such a great question! My favorite Dork Diaries books are always the first one and the newest one. So right now, its Dork Diaries Book 1 and Dork Diaries Book 14. Which are YOUR favorite two books in the Dork Diaries series?
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey Charishma, I’m so glad that you really like my Max Crumbly books! Yes, there will be another book, probably in 2021.
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Charishma, I’m so glad to hear that you’re such a big fan of Max Crumbly! I plan to write another Max C. book in the future. Stay dorky!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi there Tracy, that’s such a great question! Yes, there WILL be a Dork Diaries Book 15, and I’m currently writing it. This book will be released in October 2020!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey Daviyana, thanks for your question! Dork Diaries 15: Tales from a Not-So-Posh Paris Adventure will be released October 13, 2020. I’m SO excited!! 😊
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Juvel, thanks for being such a big fan!! And yes, the next book after “Puppy Love” is Dork Diaries Book 11: Tales from a Not-So-Friendly Frenemy. In addition, there are also Books 12, 13 and 14! I hope you’re able to read them all!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi there, Nora! Thanks so, SO much for being such a devoted fan! I’m glad that you love both Dork Diaries AND Max Crumbly. You’re a super reader!!
I’m not sure when the next Max Crumbly will be released, but you can get the latest news at MaxCrumbly.com.
I’m not sure when the next Max Crumbly will be released, but you can get the latest news at MaxCrumbly.com.
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey there, I’m so happy that say that Dork Diaries 14: Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever is on sale! I hope you’re able to read it and that you love it as much as I do. Stay dorky!!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Holly, thanks for being such a wonderful and committed fan! In addition to Dork Diaries, I have written books starring Max, a character that appeared in Dork Diaries. The series is called The Misadventures of Max Crumbly and there are currently three books out. I definitely recommend reading them and please let me know your thoughts!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hiya Chani! I’m so glad that we’re talking now 😊 Dork Diaries 14 was released on October 22, so you should check that out! For any new books, you’ll have to stay tuned! Check out www.DorkDiaries.com and www.MaxCrumbly.com to have the latest news. Stay dorky!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey Faith, I’ll keep you and everyone else updated on the next Max Crumbly book on my website. For the latest news, check out www.MaxCrumbly.com. Thanks for your question!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hey there Kashe, that’s a really interesting question! A dog is definitely one of my favorite animals, I have a pet Yorkie and she’s my bestie! My favorite color is purple (I especially love purple flowers!) and silver is probably after that.
I plan to publish Dork Diaries and Max Crumbly for as long as I can! And now that Dork Diaries 14 is out, you’ll have to let me know your thoughts. I can’t wait to hear them!
I plan to publish Dork Diaries and Max Crumbly for as long as I can! And now that Dork Diaries 14 is out, you’ll have to let me know your thoughts. I can’t wait to hear them!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi Kripa, thanks for loving my books! I’m so glad that my website is helping you. As far as how many books I’m going to write, that’s a secret for now! I’ll continue writing books as long as fans like YOU continue to read them!
Rachel Renée Russell
Hi there Maria, thanks for your wonderful question! My family inspired me to write Dork Diaries and Max Crumbly. I wrote Dork Diaries because both of my daughters were bullied growing up. And Max Crumbly is based off of my comic-obsessed nephew. I’ll continue writing both series as long as fans like YOU continue to read them!
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