Kimberly Bega

Kimberly Bega asked Lois Lowry:

Is there anything from the society in The Giver that you see coming true in the present-day United States or the rest of the world?

Lois Lowry Hmmmm. Health care?

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Sana

Sana asked Lois Lowry:

Can you tell us about how well did The Giver's cast bring the book to life? Do you think it's as good as the book? Are there any scenes in there that you felt the cast did a brilliant job at? Thank you!

Linda

Linda asked Lois Lowry:

Lois, I am a fan of The Giver, I was a media specialist for the last 17 years of my 40 year teaching career and my question is this: Do you feel that many of the ideas from your book have been used in the latest books for YA readers, such as, Stefanie Collins, the Hunger Games? I recognize many similarities, does that offend you or are you honored by their works?

A Goodreads user

A Goodreads user asked Lois Lowry:

The Giver had a profound effect on me...Were you inspired by other similar books? 1984, Brave New World? Which were your favorites?

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