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Hi, Zara plus Aria,Alicia, & Claire,

Writing in committee! Wow! Are there arguments?

Naming characters is a very personal business. For me, the name has to be “right” or I can’t write about the person. And I honestly can’t tell you what’s “right.” I just know it when I come up with it. I suppose you guys will too. Just make sure it isn’t something too ordinary. e.g. John or Steven are ordinary, and Dexter and Griffin stand out for me.

And good luck! I was 12 when I sold my first book, so you are NOT too young!

                                                         Regards!                                                        —–Gordon Korman—–