Kyle Lukoff wanted to write about a story that highlighted language, community, and keeping each other safe, so that's one of the reasons why he wrote, "Are You a Friend of Dorothy?"
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"Things Left Unsaid" by Sara Jafari tells a deep, emotional love story with the power of friendship.
Kate Woodworth wanted to emphasize the importance of climate change, so that was one of the reasons she wrote, "Little Great Island."
Lyla Sage wanted to write a story where two people get a second chance to get their love story right, so that was part of the inspiration for the series Rebel Blue Ranch.
C.L. Montblanc grew up loving coming-of-age teen comedies and wanted to write a story that included queer characters and solving mysteries.
F. T. Lukens' "Love at Second Sight" may be a paranormal romance on the surface, but in reality, it's about characters who are trying to find and live their truth under heavy societal strictures and pressure.
Sarwat Chadda wanted to write a story about a girl, who barely scraps by living in the barren desert, has the power to make the world bloom.
James Riley was inspired by the book bans across the country, and added dragons to make "The Dragon's Apprentice" more fun.
Hannah Kaner wanted to write about how faith can be used or abused in favor of power, so that's one of the things that inspired her to write the Fallen Gods series.
DeAndra Davis' inspiration for "All the Noise At Once" came from her experience of being autistic and raising autistic children.
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