Dear Gail Carson Levine,

I have just finished re-reading The two princesses of Bamarre, and it was as beautiful as my child mind remembers it to be. A touching story about the love of sisters. Even as a child I remember seeing myself reflected in Princess Addie. I too, am afraid of spiders and would rather stay safe in the comfort of my home. But the love I hold for my sister makes me brave. Now as an adult, reading the end, when both sisters must part ways and embark on their own separate adventures, I find comfort in knowing I will be okay too. I haven't embarked on my adventures just yet, but re-reading your novel has given me courage, and I know that I am braver than what I think. Just like Princess Addie. Thank you, for a wonderful story, where a sister can be a hero and still be afraid of doing such brave things. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I hope this note finds you well. Your words continue to inspire and live on in the hearts and minds of your readers. I have Fairest waiting for me to give it a re-read too. I might come back and write to you again.

Much love,
Araceli

I read Ella Enchanted for the first time when I was in elementary school and it has become a tradition for me to read it every year on my birthday since then. It has been such a wonder to grow old with the book, to be able to know exactly what comes next in the story and to still be delighted when Char confesses his love and when Ella breaks her curse. Out of all the books I love, I have loved Ella Enchanted the longest, and it will forever hold a very special place in my heart. Thank you so so much for your writing, for your characters, and for creating a part of my childhood

Dear Gail Carson Levine,
I really like your books. The Ella Enchanted group is just so magical. I just recently went on your site and put almost all of your books on my want list, because I know they are good without even reading them. They have so much adventure and love. I also really like the way Ever is fantasty and historical at the same time. You are a powerful writer and one of my favorites. I also like your blog and wish you'd continue it.
Someday an Author,
Arisole

Hello Gail,
I absolutely LOVE your books!! I received a “Fairest” audiobook from my local library book sale one year, and I would listen to it on repeat for hours. At one point, I had most of the book just about memorized. Before I read “Fairest” though, I read “Ella Enchanted” and fell head over heels in love. Every time I reread it, I feel so happy and nostalgic. Ella is such a unique heroin, the plot is rich with creativity, and every bit of it is written eloquently. It truly has a special place in my heart. When our mom was busy, my sister and I would take turns reading The Princess Tales to our brothers. We all loved them so so much! The twists on classic and well known fairy tales always delighted us. When our class did a Passion Project in fifth grade, I chose writing and used your website for my assignment because you were and are one of my favorite authors. Thank you so much for getting your stories out there, they are greatly appreciated! Sending you lots of love and prayers,
An Aspiring Author

A Ceiling Made of Eggshells is powerful. Thank you for writing this important story. I see the release date - May 2020 - and how it coincides with the Covid pandemic as the plague creates pain and death in the beginning of the story. The atrocities of the attacks on October 7, 2023 feel present as persecution unfolds in the story. Obviously, you could not have known the timing of events to come in this world as you retold events of the past, however you can take credit for sharing the truth through art. Beautifully done.
I was 12 or 13 when I was transported by your words into Ella’s world. I remember that it was only when I had finished the book did I realize it had been a Cinderella story. I was embarrassed, like, “Duh! It’s even titled Ella!” But I chalk it up to this: I didn’t need to know it was a Cinderella story because I was wrapped up in Ella’s life, a clever and disguised retelling. I am 40 now and I just finished reading your most recent story. Now, I am eage to read everything between the bookends.
Thank you for lifting me out of this world chapter by chapter. Thank you for honoring your artistic giftedness in writing. -Cara