Hi Gail,

I read Ella Enchanted as a little girl (about 15 years ago) and I always think back to Ella's free spiritedness and how she could change the outcome of her circumstances with her willpower. It is one of my favorite books. I was thinking back on your story again when it occurred to me how fortunate I was to find inspiration in a strong female character during that impressionable time of my life. I like to think I grew to be independent and unafraid to take risks (some of which I attribute to your book's influence) and I am increasingly appreciative of these traits as I get older and continue to meet many different kinds of people. I realize how it can be uncommon, especially for women, to live independently and not be afraid of expressing their opinions or to go on adventures. Which is why I wanted to express my appreciation. Thank you for your work. Thank you for the messages that so many girls needed and still need to hear today. Thank you for continuous inspiration in Ella and her bravery when I find myself struggling with my own "obedience" to fears/anxieties. I hope to pass the book along to my future daughter one day :)

Sincerely,
Jinah

Dear Mrs. Levine,

Since learning to read, I have been captivated by the characters and places you write. At twenty-three I still make sure to return to Ella and Frell once a year, twice if I’m homesick. In a way it’s my own fairy-made book. Through all your books you have shaped the way my imagination works (and the fact that it still works). I will soon begin a career as a child life specialist and will work to help kids cope with hospitalization. Thanks in part to you, I think I’ll be able to bring a little magic where it’s most needed.

With admiration and gratitude,

Claire

Hello! I just wanted to say how much I love your books. They are inspiring, gripping and enthralling.

I do however have a problem. I am a base amateur writer and while I don’t have a lot of trouble coming up with a great plot, developing it into something that will “tell itself”, is a problem. Could you please offer me some advice on this issue? Also, finding an editor that is not beyond my means is a struggle.

Thanks for your help,
Laura

Mrs. Levine,
I LOVE your books. My favorite, Ella Enchanted, I have read 7 times. I LOVE it. I am now checking out this blog. I have a problem, which I hope you can solve. I never finish anything I write. I haven't written in a while, because I always get self conscious about writing. I hope you can help.

-Lea Fisher
(you are my favorite author!)

I just read fairest I read it in 2 days I felt like I was in the story watching it but I wish there was a sequel as of right now it is My favorite book I am going to buy more books by you because of now you are my favorite author.