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Jude Berman | A Fast-paced Story About Friendship, Courage, and Democracy
Author Guest / April 2, 2024

1–What is the title of your latest release? THE DIE 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Scaffolded on three realities—the ancient wisdom of the Mahabharata, our current sociopolitical reality, and the near future—The Die is a fast-paced story about friendship, courage, and democracy. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? It’s set in Silicon Valley because that’s a place that already has one foot in the future. 4–Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life? Of course. 5–What are three words that describe your protagonist? Courageous, compassionate, caring 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? I learned it is possible to write about things before they happen. 7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? I edit as I write, then edit more later. Writing is just a process of editing and re-editing. 8–What’s your favorite foodie indulgence? Chocolate 9–Describe your most interesting writing space/office! I often write in bed, as I fall asleep. I’ve also been known to write while dreaming. 10–Who is an author you admire? David Levithan 11–Is there a book that changed your life? Memories, Dreams and Reflections, by Carl Jung…