The great thing about writing books for young readers is that they write back to you. I've received mail from every state, and from many countries, like New Zealand, Canada, England, East Africa, Guam, Saipan, Australia, and Kuwait.
Readers are very open and honest.
Their letters always seem to come when you need a boost or are wondering if anyone out there is noticing what you are trying to do. And then there are a few letters you wish had gotten lost in the mail . I've read it 30 times this year. If so, I want to join. I found what I want to be.