D.D.
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Alexandra Robbins:
How much time a day do you devote to your writing/research for your writing?
Alexandra Robbins
Hi D.D. When I'm in research mode, I'll aim for up to 8 hours a day (perhaps 12 when I'm on deadline). When I'm writing, I try not to make it too formulaic. Sometimes I'm in the groove, sometimes I'm not. When I'm not, I try to focus on something else (reporting, research, connecting with readers on Facebook or attempting to catch up on reader emails), because I think that when people force themselves to write, the writing feels forced.
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Jimmeaha Mack
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Alexandra Robbins:
Good evening Ms. Robbins, my name is Jimmeaha Mack and I am currently a junior in high school. I was wondering, after reading your book, "The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth: Popularity, Quirk Theory and Why Outsiders Thrive After High School", how did you conduct your interviews? And is there any more advice you could give to someone just starting out with literary journalism?
Margherita Gilley
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Alexandra Robbins:
Hi Ms. Robbins, I read your informative article in Sunday's NY Times. I see that you are writing a book about K-12 teachers. I taught high school English for thirty-two years and have lots of first-hand experience. Do you need any help with your research? If I can help, contact me at margheritagilleywriter@gmail.com or at my blog: writingforeverydayliving.com Good luck with your book.
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