The Inspiring Journey of a Successful Author Quiz

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What did the author hope for when buying a book?

To find a short book

To find a cheap book

To find the best book ever (correct)

To find a popular book

What made the author consider doing drafts when having an idea?

Receiving advice from a friend

Reading interviews about writing techniques

Learning about how George Lucas made Star Wars (correct)

Attending a writing workshop

What event coincided with the author's decision to try doing drafts?

Getting a new pet (correct)

Meeting a famous author

Moving to a new house

Starting a new job

What did the author realize after completing the first draft of their story?

It was only the first draft Signup and view all the answers

How did the kitten react when it went outside for the first time?

It ran up a high wall Signup and view all the answers

What did the author think when they came back to read their own story after reading other books?

They thought someone else wrote it Signup and view all the answers

What book sparked the author's love for stories at 3 years old?

Cat in the Hat Signup and view all the answers

Which book profoundly impacted the author during their primary school years?

Watership Down Signup and view all the answers

What inspired the author to create stories on a grand scale?

Star Wars Signup and view all the answers

What did the author emphasize as transformative in shaping lives and perspectives?

Stories, including books, movies, TV, comics, and manga Signup and view all the answers

What marked a turning point in the author's approach to crafting stories?

Realization about the importance of multiple drafts Signup and view all the answers

What did the author encourage aspiring writers to do with their initial writing?

View it as a first draft, put it away, read other books, and then return to their own work with a fresh perspective Signup and view all the answers

What award did the book 'Varjak Paw' win?

Smarties Prize Signup and view all the answers

How many drafts did the author work on for the book 'Varjak Paw'?

17 drafts Signup and view all the answers

How many rejections did the author face before finding a publisher for his book?

90 rejections Signup and view all the answers

What genre is the author's next project 'Tiger' set in?

Alternate world with nearly extinct animals Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist encounter in an excerpt from the author's book 'Tiger'?

A wounded, magical tiger Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's initial reaction to the feedback on his book?

Received negative feedback and felt it wasn't good enough Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe his book 'Tiger' to the readers?

Encourages readers to give 'Tiger' a try, stating it's his best book so far Signup and view all the answers

What does the author's journey from facing rejection to achieving recognition highlight?

Persistence and dedication ultimately led to his success as a published author Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author's Journey to Success

The author initially received negative feedback on his book and felt it wasn't good enough.
He worked on 17 drafts of the book "Varjak Paw" over five years, continuously improving it.
Despite facing 90 rejections, the 91st publisher accepted his book for publication.
The book won the Smarties Prize, voted for by readers, and the Blue Peter Book of the Year award.
He then worked on "The Outlaw Varjak Paw" and "Phoenix," a space epic, both of which were well-received.
The author's next project, "Tiger," is set in an alternate world where animals are nearly extinct.
An excerpt from "Tiger" describes the protagonist encountering a wounded, magical tiger.
The author encourages readers to give "Tiger" a try, stating it's his best book so far.
The author is open to answering questions from readers, showing engagement with his audience.
He reflects on his family's initial doubts about his career choice but acknowledges their support.
The author's persistence and dedication ultimately led to his success as a published author.
The story highlights the author's journey from facing rejection to achieving recognition and awards for his work.

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Take a quiz on the inspiring journey of a successful author who overcame rejection and criticism to achieve recognition and awards for his work. Test your knowledge on the author's perseverance, dedication, and the evolution of his literary career.