Christen
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Ruta Sepetys:
Hi Ruta! My name is Christen and I'm a high school student from Portland, Oregon. When I read "Between Shades of Gray," it lit a flame of inspiration to begin writing. I was wondering who/what inspired you to start writing? I was also curious about any advice you have on creating a character with depth and conflicting emotions and thoughts, but still making it clear and precise. Thank you.
Ruta Sepetys
Thank you, Christen!
There are many authors who have inspired my love of story and writing: Roald Dahl, Edith Wharton, and Rod Serling, to name a few. Since I write historical novels, in many cases the characters are loosely based on people I've interviewed and met. They are real and they've shared their experience, joy, pain, and loss with me. Channeling those real emotions into characters gives them dimension and depth. Hope that helps! :)
There are many authors who have inspired my love of story and writing: Roald Dahl, Edith Wharton, and Rod Serling, to name a few. Since I write historical novels, in many cases the characters are loosely based on people I've interviewed and met. They are real and they've shared their experience, joy, pain, and loss with me. Channeling those real emotions into characters gives them dimension and depth. Hope that helps! :)
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Jimin Lee
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Ruta Sepetys:
Hi Ruta! I read your book "Between Shades of Gray" and absolutely fell in love with it. I am a middle school student of South Korea, also a wannabe author - trying to get as much practice as possible when I still have time as a young student. Could you give me some help about turning a general idea into a book(or a rough draft, if not)? I would be absolutely thankful if you can!
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