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A Goodreads user asked Laurie Halse Anderson:

What is your revision process? You said a book usually goes through about 8 drafts, but what goes on in those drafts?

Laurie Halse Anderson I wrote a blog post that explains it!! Enjoy: http://madwomanintheforest.com/wfmad-...
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Kassi Varraso asked Laurie Halse Anderson:

Do you plan on doing a book signing in new york or neighboring cities (or even better coming to boston) in the near or future at all? your the inspiration for me to want to be an actor and id try my hardest to meet you and it be one of the best things I've ever got to do. (sorry for poor typyinh one hands broken)

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When writing Wintergirls, what was your mindset? As I was reading it, it almost felt like I had anorexia, the words were just so captivating...

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Do you ever consult with teens/young adults before or while writing your books for their opinions or feedback? How do you ensure that your books are something that they can relate to?

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