Sophie

Sophie asked Kate DiCamillo:

What would you say is the most important thing to consider when writing for children?

Kate DiCamillo It's the same thing that is important for all of writing, I think: to tell a story with the whole of yourself.

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Barb

Barb asked Kate DiCamillo:

Thanks for writing such great books! Despereaux and Edward Tulane are favorites of mine and are wonderful read-aloud books. What is next for you? Anything brewing?

Kelly

Kelly asked Kate DiCamillo:

I work as an Early Literacy Specialist at a public library, and I am extremely excited about your platform as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature and the idea that "Stories Connect Us." Do you have any advice for parents, teachers, and librarians eager to help children develop a life-long love of reading?

Ray Day

Ray Day asked Kate DiCamillo:

Hi, Ms. DiCamillo! What is the collaboration process like once you finished your manuscript and are on the road to publishing it? Do you ever get nervous when collaborating with illustrators and/or editors that they might not share your vision? Thank you!

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