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Elisheva Rina
Elisheva Rina asked Jack Gantos:

Do you consider your characters tragic or comic, based on the crazy mix of situations you put them in? Is your new character meant to be pitied or laughed at?

Jack Gantos Since I'm always trying to excavate the inner lives of my characters then I most certainly find that the classical range between comedy and tragedy is present in my characters. As for my new character, myself, in THE TROUBLE IN ME, I don't think either pity or laughter is necessary unless those are emotions you find in yourself that have been generated through your reading of the story. I try not to judge a book so much as I judge myself while reading a book. Thanks, Jack
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Sandy Safford
Sandy Safford asked Jack Gantos:

I have a student who is a struggling reader who is currently reading your " Whole In My Life" book. It would be wonderful for him if you answered his question: What do you regret most in life? His name is Ricky and he is really enjoying your book. This is one of the first books he has read in all of high school for enjoyment!

Kris Ivy
Kris Ivy asked Jack Gantos:

Good day Mr. Gantos, Do you know the particular point in time that you decided to be an author? OR-Do you suppose that there was a sort of deciding factor or influence? OR-What inspired you to write The Trouble in Me?

Sarah
Sarah asked Jack Gantos:

My brother Josh just finished a book by you, and LOVED it. I have also read the book, and really liked it (Joey Pigza). He wanted me to ask you: how do you come up with your crazy ideas? Thanks for your time!- Sarah

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