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“I can't guarantee to answer all questions, but I will try to answer as many as possible, ideally within a week or so.” Jennifer R. Hubbard

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What’s a reasonable process for a young author to pursue? What are your thoughts of short stories in magazines?
Jennifer R. Hubbard The two basics are: Read a lot, and write a lot. There are so many paths to take after that--classes and workshops can be a good place to start.

I've always liked short stories for their compactness, for their power. Writing short stories teaches you how to begin a story and develop a plot--there is no room to waste; you have to dive right into it and unfurl the conflict right away.
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Today is October 1, 2018, I am reading my Magnificat booklet and a few times now, there has been a reflection written by you. I want you to know how sorry I am that the tragedy of Sandy Hook happened to you with your precious children. I admire your spirituality and your courage. Your writings always touch my heart. God Bless. I have to ask a question in order to send this, Do you follow Facebook?
Jennifer R. Hubbard Hi:
Sorry, I am not the Jennifer Hubbard who writes for the Magnificat. I occasionally get questions or email meant for her but don't know how to reach her.
Best wishes.
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Hello Jennifer, I was wondering if, in writing, Trying not to breathe, you were inspired by the experiences of people in the real world, I mean: friends, relatives or simply acquaintances. I must say that I love your book and would love to see this review about it, if it is not too much to ask. It is originally in Spanish but the site has a self-translator?
Jennifer R. Hubbard Hi: Thanks for writing! Try Not to Breathe is not based on a single real-life experience, but more a composite of reality and research.
I'm sorry I don't know what Spanish-language review you are referring to.
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Where did you get the inspiration from for Try Not to Breathe?
Jennifer R. Hubbard I had long wanted to write about suicide and depression from the aspect of recovery, of stepping back from the brink, of healing, but I didn't have the right characters or situation. I was attempting to write a verse novel and started with a scene of a boy standing under a waterfall. I didn't know who he was or why he was there, but then it occurred to me he might be the one recovering from a suicide attempt, and the story unfolded from there.
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I love how this relates a lot to my life, but I was wondering if you are possibly making a part 2 to Try Not to Breathe?
Jennifer R. Hubbard I have no formal sequel underway, although I have thoughts about what might happen to the characters next. I also like to know what readers think happens next.
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I thought The Secret Year was really interesting. Have you thought of making it into a movie?
Jennifer R. Hubbard Hi, Nia! Thanks; I'm glad you liked The Secret Year.
I would love for it to be made into a movie. I'm not a filmmaker myself, so that depends on whether a producer would be interested. I'm open to that.
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Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?
Jennifer R. Hubbard I had always intended to write something about bullying, after some experiences I had growing up. Later in life, when I discovered hiking, I also wanted to include outdoor scenes--especially on mountains--in a book. The ideas came together in Until It Hurts to Stop.
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