“You should always go through the first draft of a book all at once, I think, to get the best results. You can take time off after the first draft and come back to it fresh.”

American author and children’s writer, Judy Blume is best known for her candid, relatable novels that tackle adolescence with humor and honesty. Her books, including *Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret*, explore universal teenage experiences with warmth and wit.