Ahead, the author fills her fans in on her process.

I was in fourth grade.

What is the last book that made you cry?All We Shall Know, by Donal Ryan.

Ask Again Yes by Mary Beth Keane

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What is your favorite part ofAsk Again, Yes?The end.

Which book is at the top of your current To-Read list?Disappearing Earth, by Julia Phillips.

Where do you write?In my house.

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Which book made you a forever reader?Anne of Green Gables.

What is a snack you couldnt write without?Barrys Irish tea, the gold blend.

It was incredibly intimidating to enter her point of view.

I didnt want to be difficult, but that was a mistake.