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Question
Prepare a set of questions to interview -
A famous author
Solution
- How did you start your journey as an author?
- Can you describe your typical writing routine?
- What or who has been your biggest inspiration in writing?
- What themes are you exploring in your latest book?
- What has been the biggest challenge you've faced in your writing career?
- How do you engage with your readers' feedback?
- What advice would you give to aspiring writers?
- Are there any upcoming projects you can tell us about?
- What's your favourite book or author at the moment?
- What inspires you to write?
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