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Hi! This might be a weird question, but did you write a children's book called The Long Summer? And was the main character a little girl, I think named Jenny?
Eleanor Watkins Sorry, I don't check Goodreads very often and I've only just seen your question. Yes, I did write The Long Summer, and the girl's name was Kate.
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How do you get inspired to write?
Eleanor Watkins I find the best way to get inspired is to read a book - or several- that really grip you and keep you turning the pages. Then I begin wondering whether I could write something as good, or at least give it a try. I usually have a few plot ideas simmering away in the back of my mind. Then I pick up my pen....
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Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?
Eleanor Watkins I've always been interested in medieval history and especially the time of the Black Death. In The Village, I wanted to explore the way survivors coped when they'd lost family, home, work, everything, and how they found courage and hope to make a future.
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