Sophie

Sophie asked Kate DiCamillo:

What would you say is the most important thing to consider when writing for children?

Kate DiCamillo It's the same thing that is important for all of writing, I think: to tell a story with the whole of yourself.

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Emily

Emily asked Kate DiCamillo:

Many of your books have animals as main characters or as a strong driving force of the plot. What is it about animals that you find makes them a good way to tell your stories?

Amber Smith

Amber Smith asked Kate DiCamillo:

I love writing stories and I love reading yours! What age did you start writing and do you have any advice for a young author like me?

Elaine Aaron

Elaine Aaron asked Kate DiCamillo:

Do you have advice for hooking young students, especially those who struggle academically on reading? As a teacher-librarian I'm aware of the necessity of exposing them to quality literature and sharing my passion for reading (and have plenty of your wonderful books to share)! As National Ambassador of Young People's Literature, do you have other recommendations?

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