On this episode, I talk with Chad Lucas, author of Thanks A Lot Universe, and You Owe Me One, Universe, about writing a sequel and the importance of writing for upper middle grade readers. 

Books mentioned in this episode include:

• Thanks A Lot, Universe, by Chad Lucas (Audiobook)
• You Owe Me One, Universe, by Chad Lucas (Audiobook)
• Let the Monster Out, by Chad Lucas (Audiobook)
• The Inquisitor's Tale; Or, the Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog, by Adam Gidwitz (Audiobook)

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