Alen

Alen asked Ruta Sepetys:

Hello Ruta. I had to read your book "Between Shades Of Gray" in high school for my English class and I still remember it. It kind of reminds me of the movie, "The Way Back" (2000). Just a quick question. Do you ever get writer's block and if so, what do you do to overcome it? Thanks.

Ruta Sepetys Hello Alen!

Yes, I agree that the story in "Between Shades of Gray" is similar to "The Way Back." I really liked that movie! In terms of writers block, when I'm writing and I feel a bit "stuck" I leave my computer and take a walk or listen to music. Engaging another part of my brain for a few minutes seems to work the knots loose. Any form of exercise or physical activity also helps. Thanks again!

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Sydney

Sydney asked Ruta Sepetys:

Hello Ruta! I recently read "Between Shades of Gray" and was deeply connected to the novel. My grandparents shared many of the experiences you described, and I was amazed of how detailed you wrote while keeping the facts straight. My question is how did you research for this novel? Are there any new books to be expected in the near future? Thank you!

Andreea Drăgan

Andreea Drăgan asked Ruta Sepetys:

Hi, Ruta! I'm from Romania and we have here translated Between Shades of Gray at Epica. I read your book and I cried so much and I saw a video with Salt to the Sea and I cried again. It's not a question, but I want to say that romanians are in love with your work! Are there any chances to come in Romania one day? :D

A Goodreads user

A Goodreads user asked Ruta Sepetys:

Hi Ruta! I read a review copy of Salt to the Sea and it is now without a doubt one of my favourite books EVER. I am a history student at university, WWII being one of the areas which I find most interesting and devastating to study, and you captured that devastation, and the utter strength of humanity so well! Did you base your main characters on historical accounts that you've read or are they purely fictional? Ari x

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