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Dear Ruta, I regularly give book talks to my 12th graders. They include a brief read aloud. For example. What passages would you suggest to share with classes that would reveal enough but also conceal enough to get them curious about the novel? Hiw would you introduce the book to students in just a sentence or two? Oona Marie Abrams Chatham, New Jersey
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Lindsey
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Ruta, I absolutely adored Between Shades of Gray. As a teacher, I'm always discussing different tools that writers use to get their ideas on paper. Would you be willing to share some details about your writing process? For example, how often do you write? How do you decide the sequencing and the point-of-view in your books? Thanks!
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Another question, out of the four main characters in Salt to the Sea, which was your favorite and which was most relatable? I'd like to add that Out of the Easy and Salt to the Sea made me realize my love for historical fiction dive well, and I love how you include such amazing romances that really get to me. Between Shades of Grey is on my to-read list still!
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