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Literature Writing

Veronica Roth interview

20138 minPGtalk

Veronica Roth discusses her trilogy Divergent and future projects in this Guardian interview.

Literature Writing

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Channel: The Guardian

Veronica Roth interview

2013• 8 minPG

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Veronica Roth discusses her trilogy Divergent and future projects in this Guardian interview.

Synopsis

In this interview, Veronica Roth, the author of the bestselling teen trilogy Divergent, Insurgent, and Allegiant, discusses her creative process with Guardian teen books site member Readaholic. She shares insights on how she constructed her dystopian world and the influence writing has had on her personal development. Roth also touches on the genetic science that underpins her fantasy narratives and offers a glimpse into what her fans can expect in her future works. This engaging conversation highlights the connection between her stories and the real-world themes they reflect.

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