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Renata
Renata asked Amor Towles:

one more question - what was your inspiration for this story, such an accurate portrayal of the life under Communism ?

Amor Towles Renata,
You might browse at amortowles.com, particularly the Q&A, where I touch upon my interest in Russia, and my process in writing the book.
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A Goodreads user
A Goodreads user asked Amor Towles:

Thank you for sharing a detailed and informative response to Mr Tibdewal's question. So generous of you and so helpful to those of us working on developing both aspects of our writing. Would you agree that the richness of the structure supports the framework of a creative imagination? How does one develop a structure of one's own?

Robert M Josephs
Robert M Josephs asked Amor Towles:

When describing your books to someone who hasn't read one, I tell them to think of a time when you have heard someone make a statement and said, "I don't think I ever heard that said better." Now imagine reading a book where every sentence is worded in just such a way. Is that natural for you, or do you have to work and re-work the phrasing? I'm trying to write in the same way, but it isn't easy.

Alissa
Alissa asked Amor Towles:

Dear Mr. Towles, I adored both Rules and Gentleman. I want to make the Count's colorful cocktails, so I'm hoping you'll be willing to share the recipes? I bought Amaro Nonino and I have no idea how to use it other than the typical aperitivo. With love, Alissa

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