Suzanne McCann asked Graeme Simsion:

Where did the inspiration come from for the central character in The Rosie Project? When I read the book the main character reminded me so much of Sheldon Cooper from the TV series "The Big Bang Theory". It was like being stuck inside of Sheldon's head. Good job!

Graeme Simsion Not The Big Bang Theory! I've never watched it - deliberately, because I'm conscious of working in the same space. You're not the first to draw the comparison with Sheldon and I'm sure he and Don share some important attributes - but equally it's important to see their individuality. I was inspired by people I met from an early age when I had an interest in science, then studying physics, working in information technology, teaching and doing research in a science faculty. And I have this one friend...

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