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Hi, ARB (+ Raymond),

Your questions:

1. I never thought of selling merchandise. Who would want a Gordon Korman T-shirt?

2. I get to see the cover and say if I like it or not, but it usually makes no difference what I say about it. PLUS I usually like it.

3. I’ve written younger stuff, like THE D-MINUS POEMS, and LIAR, LIAR. My 39 CLUES books are going to be graphic novels, but I’m not doing them.

4. When I start a book, it’s tough going, and I usually work only a few hours a day. When I’m cruising along towards my climactic ending, I can work 8 to 10 hours. Whatever it takes.

5. People recognize actors and movie stars. Writers are more private. Only my neighbors and the local kids around my home know who I am.

6. I always enjoyed writing because it came easily to me. I’m nothing if not lazy.

7. 2 favorites — Douglas Adams and Kurt Vonnegut. Highly recommended.

8. Working on a series book right now — adding to the “GIFTED” series.

OK? Thanks for your interest.                                                   —–GK—–