Haydn

Haydn asked Lois Lowry:

what gave you inspiration for your book number the stars?

Lois Lowry Real history!....told to me by a Danish friend who was a child in Copenhagen in 1943

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Ria Morgan

Ria Morgan asked Lois Lowry:

"Gathering Blue" is one of my favorite books that I've read as a child. I reread it all of the time. What inspired you to write a character like Kira?

Mary

Mary asked Lois Lowry:

As a teacher who has taught this great book, I am both thrilled and wary about the upcoming film. Did you ever imagine this book would be adapted? If so, what do you think about the casting?

Claire

Claire asked Lois Lowry:

Hi Mrs. Lowry, I'm a HUGE fan of Gathering Blue - It's one of my favorite books ever. Why did you choose to continue the Giver series, and when you did, why choose a girl character? Was it easier to write about Jonas or Kira? - Claire Wagner

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