READER’S FORUM

July 23, 2024 at 05:35 pm Reply

Deana S

Hi Gordon,

I originally read your series "Masterminds" when I was 13 - the same age as the characters - and I loved it. I think it was the first book universe I'd ever fallen in love with. It was the kind of book that made me want to write.

I decided to re-read it now, 6 years later, and am happy to report that I loved it all the same. More, even. Eli, Tori, Malik and Amber are characters that'll always have a place in my heart.

I couldn't help but think, as I came to the end of "Payback," that there is SO much potential for another book in the series. About the release of their clone identities or some crazy new scheme the core four pull off. Maybe years after the original book is set. Have you ever considered venturing back into the universe of "Mastermind"? I know us OG readers would love to read it. Whether you are or not, I just want you to know how much these books mean to so many of us!

-Deana
July 27, 2024 at 07:36 pm Reply

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Hi, Deana,

Thanks for posting. I'm really pleased to hear that MASTERMINDS impressed you so much that you went for a re-read some 6 years later! That's dedication!

Right now I have no plans to expand the series, but I won't say never. How about we agree on an indefinite maybe? That's the best I can do at the moment.

Thanks for reaching out. It was great to hear from a MASTERMINDS fan.

|Best regards, -----Gordon Korman-----
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Hi, Deana,

Thanks for posting. I'm really pleased to hear that MASTERMINDS impressed you so much that you went for a re-read some 6 years later! That's dedication!

Right now I have no plans to expand the series, but I won't say never. How about we agree on an indefinite maybe? That's the best I can do at the moment.

Thanks for reaching out. It was great to hear from a MASTERMINDS fan.

|Best regards, -----Gordon Korman-----
August 4, 2024 at 10:07 pm Reply

Hi, Hudson

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I love your book a lot by far my favorite character is Malik Bruder. But I would love to see a movie of each book.

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I love your book a lot by far my favorite character is Malik Bruder. But I would love to see a movie of each book.
August 5, 2024 at 12:48 am Reply

Jade

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Hi, I'm Jade, and I totally agree. Me too! As in, I love the book, Malik, and want a movie or three. However, I've got to say that Amber is my first favorite. Malik is a close second. Is MASTERMINDS your favorite Gordon Korman series ever?

Be blessed,
Jade
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Hi, I'm Jade, and I totally agree. Me too! As in, I love the book, Malik, and want a movie or three. However, I've got to say that Amber is my first favorite. Malik is a close second. Is MASTERMINDS your favorite Gordon Korman series ever?

Be blessed,
Jade
August 5, 2024 at 03:05 am Reply

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Thanks, Hudson. (And thanks, Jade.)

My own favorite character is Amber, mostly because she's so gutsy. She's one of those people that every author recognizes -- she came to life and practically dictated what she was going to be like.

Thanks for reaching out, Hudson.I hope you'll read many more of my books. There are 104 right now, so you won't be running out of reading material any time soon!

Thanks again, -----Gordon Korman-----
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Thanks, Hudson. (And thanks, Jade.)

My own favorite character is Amber, mostly because she's so gutsy. She's one of those people that every author recognizes -- she came to life and practically dictated what she was going to be like.

Thanks for reaching out, Hudson.I hope you'll read many more of my books. There are 104 right now, so you won't be running out of reading material any time soon!

Thanks again, -----Gordon Korman-----
August 12, 2024 at 01:09 pm Reply

Jade

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Yes
August 19, 2024 at 12:08 pm Reply

Rahaf

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Hi Gordon,

I really love to read and it started in 6th grade when I read your books restart and masterminds. I really like reading your books and I want to be an author someday and hopefully my books will make someone else want to start reading.
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Hi Gordon,

I really love to read and it started in 6th grade when I read your books restart and masterminds. I really like reading your books and I want to be an author someday and hopefully my books will make someone else want to start reading.
August 19, 2024 at 04:43 pm Reply

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Hi, Rahaf,

Thanks for posting and your support for my work. I wish you luck in your own writing, and promise to write you a fan letter when the first book comes out!

Keep reading -- good readers make good writers! -----Gordon Korman-----
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Hi, Rahaf,

Thanks for posting and your support for my work. I wish you luck in your own writing, and promise to write you a fan letter when the first book comes out!

Keep reading -- good readers make good writers! -----Gordon Korman-----