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Dear Judy,
I wonder if you ever thought of opening a forever library. Forever. That will never end and never be banned. That could be accessible anywhere. Also, have you considered writing for people over 50 who were caregivers to parents. I also lost a son and don’t know how that would work in that category but there it is. I also love writing now. I write about historical characters with a Greek mythology twist.
Thankfully,
Anna
I wonder if you ever thought of opening a forever library. Forever. That will never end and never be banned. That could be accessible anywhere. Also, have you considered writing for people over 50 who were caregivers to parents. I also lost a son and don’t know how that would work in that category but there it is. I also love writing now. I write about historical characters with a Greek mythology twist.
Thankfully,
Anna
Thank you. Thank you for writing down all the answers to the questions! I could not ask my mother anything. I didn’t have that sort of relationship with her, but she never monitored what I read. When she was in the stacks at the library, I too was combing the shelves. When I found you I devoured everything you wrote. (More than once!) You made me feel seen. You made me feel normal and I will never forget it! You made a difference. You make a difference still. I’m a librarian because your books instilled a love of reading and your fight with censorship gave me a passionate cause to fight for! Thanks Judy.
Hi Judy,
I have met you as I was a dorm parent in Elliot's dorm, Tron, at Northfield Mount Hermon. I am still teaching there! I just watched 'Are you there God, it's me Margaret' and wanted to thank you for brining to life one of my childhood's favorite books. Just beautifully done. You signed a book for me for my children, The Pain and the Great One, which they enjoyed me reading as they were growing up. Anyway, just wanted to tell you how touched I was with the movie. Best, Tabatha
I have met you as I was a dorm parent in Elliot's dorm, Tron, at Northfield Mount Hermon. I am still teaching there! I just watched 'Are you there God, it's me Margaret' and wanted to thank you for brining to life one of my childhood's favorite books. Just beautifully done. You signed a book for me for my children, The Pain and the Great One, which they enjoyed me reading as they were growing up. Anyway, just wanted to tell you how touched I was with the movie. Best, Tabatha
Hi Judy, The first book I ready was Are you there God it’s me Margaret. I remember siting in the back of my city library reading it over and over. I felt such a connection to Margaret as my body was starting to change and I did not feel alone. I am such a fan that I have given your book as a gift to friends children. My love of reading began with that Amazing book. In my adult life I felt a connection to your work. I want to thank you for giving us great literature. I just watched documentary on you and realized you are a big supporter of the organization I love and have worked for over 25 years. Looking back who would have thought I would have a bigger connection to my favorite writer. Thank you sending you lots of hugs.
Hello Judy,
My hope is that this note reaches your eyes and heart. I was that same twelve-year-old girl in 1976 living in Pennsylvania wondering if God could hear me. I struggled with how to pray, and if my changing body was normal as I learned more about me. Your book, (Are You There God It's me Margaret) was a lifeline for me and gave me answers to questions I wouldn't dare speak out loud. I am in the editing stages of completing my own nonfiction/memoir and I refer to your book in mine. Would love to get your feedback and have you write a small review for me that I can include on my cover. My books contents are encouraging the reader to utilize the lost art of written correspondence, snail mail if you will, to bring kindness to others in our digital and "fast" world. I take the reader on a journey of my life and how the lessons that I learned from a paper source (in many forms) (including your book) taught me that my parents did their ultimate best with my rearing, and I complete the circle by sharing those same lessons with my adult son, who also grew up reading your work. I would welcome and appreciate your response more than I can tell you. Much love my friend, you have touched many lives and made them better!
My hope is that this note reaches your eyes and heart. I was that same twelve-year-old girl in 1976 living in Pennsylvania wondering if God could hear me. I struggled with how to pray, and if my changing body was normal as I learned more about me. Your book, (Are You There God It's me Margaret) was a lifeline for me and gave me answers to questions I wouldn't dare speak out loud. I am in the editing stages of completing my own nonfiction/memoir and I refer to your book in mine. Would love to get your feedback and have you write a small review for me that I can include on my cover. My books contents are encouraging the reader to utilize the lost art of written correspondence, snail mail if you will, to bring kindness to others in our digital and "fast" world. I take the reader on a journey of my life and how the lessons that I learned from a paper source (in many forms) (including your book) taught me that my parents did their ultimate best with my rearing, and I complete the circle by sharing those same lessons with my adult son, who also grew up reading your work. I would welcome and appreciate your response more than I can tell you. Much love my friend, you have touched many lives and made them better!
Hi Judy
I loved your books growing up, it has been wonderful to share Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret with my 11 year old this year and introduce her to your work.
I run a film festival on the Isle of Tiree, in the Hebrides, Scotland, which celebrates women and this year we are screening Are You There God? And also hoping to screen the documentary about you too. Would you be able to join us via zoom? The festival runs from the 22-24 September, you can see more information here: https://screenargyll.co.uk/sea-change-film-festival-2023/
Many thanks
Jen
I loved your books growing up, it has been wonderful to share Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret with my 11 year old this year and introduce her to your work.
I run a film festival on the Isle of Tiree, in the Hebrides, Scotland, which celebrates women and this year we are screening Are You There God? And also hoping to screen the documentary about you too. Would you be able to join us via zoom? The festival runs from the 22-24 September, you can see more information here: https://screenargyll.co.uk/sea-change-film-festival-2023/
Many thanks
Jen
Hello! I'm Lydia and I absolutely LOVE the Fudge series! I have read them and listened to them! They are just amazing books that a bunch of kids and adults would like! I started watching your documentary and it was amazing! You have truly inspired me in so many ways! I can't wait to hear from you! 🙂 -Lydia
I am watching the documentary on you. I also love the definition you found for the word "fucking". I have to admit I never liked the word. Just recently I have come to realize that is because I still associate it with a different meaning, and kids now days just use it as an emphasis.
I see no issue with you using it in a book as it is real. My concern is I now work in a middle school after 30 years with babies. It was a eye opener. Am I just supposed to accept this as they way people talk now or do I continue to tell them "it is not appropriate to use in school, please find another word to replace it when you feel like saying it." What is you opinion?
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I see no issue with you using it in a book as it is real. My concern is I now work in a middle school after 30 years with babies. It was a eye opener. Am I just supposed to accept this as they way people talk now or do I continue to tell them "it is not appropriate to use in school, please find another word to replace it when you feel like saying it." What is you opinion?
I am fine with this not being visible in the guestbook, but would love an answer.
Hi Judy my name is Miley I love Ur book are you there god it's me Margaret I'm about to read "Just as long we're together" I'm very excited to buy more of Ur book and myself would like to become a author I've written a few short stories my best being called the case of Talia it's a short story about a girl named Talia and she is 16 and lies about her age as it progresses she kills her mum then later her husband and her second husband and her daughters best friend I'm 11 coming twelve hopefully u can get back to me email or letter whatever suit can't wait for Ur next coming of age book
Love: Miley xoxo
Love: Miley xoxo
I was born in 1965. You made my friends and me actually want to get our periods. WHAT???? I learned what a period is even in your book. I had three older brothers. Margaret meant so much to me. Thank you!
Hi Judy B.,
Just finished watching Are You There God … followed by Judy Blume Forever. Loved both & especially enjoyed the cameo from n Margaret. I’ve read all of your novels throughout my life beginning with Margaret. I think I even wrote you a letter during the late ‘70s. I still have many of your books in hard copy, read & reread several times, even the Letters to Judy Blume. I’m so grateful you’ve come back into my life this year, not from your movie & doc, but prior to for your public commentary about book banning. I’m starting year 29 in education, 21st in Florida, so I know I don’t have to explain the emotions & exasperation, sadly it’s gotten worse instead of better. So, thank you for the Judy of my childhood, the Judy of adulthood, & especially the Judy of today - because you’ve truly helped make me a better Judy. I pray I make it to Key West soon to visit your bookstore.
Much Love,
Judy E. 🙂
Just finished watching Are You There God … followed by Judy Blume Forever. Loved both & especially enjoyed the cameo from n Margaret. I’ve read all of your novels throughout my life beginning with Margaret. I think I even wrote you a letter during the late ‘70s. I still have many of your books in hard copy, read & reread several times, even the Letters to Judy Blume. I’m so grateful you’ve come back into my life this year, not from your movie & doc, but prior to for your public commentary about book banning. I’m starting year 29 in education, 21st in Florida, so I know I don’t have to explain the emotions & exasperation, sadly it’s gotten worse instead of better. So, thank you for the Judy of my childhood, the Judy of adulthood, & especially the Judy of today - because you’ve truly helped make me a better Judy. I pray I make it to Key West soon to visit your bookstore.
Much Love,
Judy E. 🙂
I'm 59 and have been a lifelong fan starting like many as a pre-teen with Are You There God, It's Me, Margaret?
I started PT for shoulder issues and couldn't you know one of the exercises is the We Must Increase Our Bust 😂😂😂. I kid you not. It's the easiest of the 5 exercises, because I have 49 years of practice. I can't help but to chant the mantra in my head. What makes it even more hysterical is that I had a bilateral mastectomy without reconstruction when I had breast cancer in 2001, so instead of figuratively nothing to increase, it's actually literally.
I thought you'd appreciate my daily PT laugh.
I started PT for shoulder issues and couldn't you know one of the exercises is the We Must Increase Our Bust 😂😂😂. I kid you not. It's the easiest of the 5 exercises, because I have 49 years of practice. I can't help but to chant the mantra in my head. What makes it even more hysterical is that I had a bilateral mastectomy without reconstruction when I had breast cancer in 2001, so instead of figuratively nothing to increase, it's actually literally.
I thought you'd appreciate my daily PT laugh.
In 1979 or 78, I was 5th grade and living in New Orleans, my mother said that I could purchase Forever. I had been happily reading your work. So, off we went to the now defunct Maple St bookstore located in two side by side victorian shotgun homes. One side for kids, the other for adults. My inquiry in the children’s section led to my being sent to “the adult store.” That was exciting. Excitement morphed into anxiety when a female classmate asked to borrow my copy because with my nerdy mechanical pencil, i’d made an index. Retelling this to my second wife, who being a high school sweet heart, also knows the classmate, we shared a good laugh and she suggested that I write. Clearly, I agree, and thank you for writing - such a help in navigating so much concern about what was to come!
My name is Rosa Lee.
I live in Worcester MA. I am nine years old and I love horses, cats, dogs and books (Specifically your books).
I have read Are You there God? Its Me Margret, And Blubber. I though your book Are You there God? Its Me Margaret was so good and funny. Me and my mom saw the movie also. I read your books so far with my mom. I like the drama in your books! Lets talk about Blubber for a minute though. Why did they get Jill aka the main character in the end, but then have everything go back to normal? I would not have wanted to be in that school. And also could you write a book about horses?! Because I know nothing is to extreme for you! I will be in forth grade after the summer so I am going to read tales of fourth grade nothing next and than Emmie. I am also a writer. I wrote a book about a horse who is a little bit like black beauty. The book is called The Harsh Feeling and the horse Glory keeps being shoved into uncomfortable situations.
Thanks so much for making your books they change my mindset!
Rosa Lee
I live in Worcester MA. I am nine years old and I love horses, cats, dogs and books (Specifically your books).
I have read Are You there God? Its Me Margret, And Blubber. I though your book Are You there God? Its Me Margaret was so good and funny. Me and my mom saw the movie also. I read your books so far with my mom. I like the drama in your books! Lets talk about Blubber for a minute though. Why did they get Jill aka the main character in the end, but then have everything go back to normal? I would not have wanted to be in that school. And also could you write a book about horses?! Because I know nothing is to extreme for you! I will be in forth grade after the summer so I am going to read tales of fourth grade nothing next and than Emmie. I am also a writer. I wrote a book about a horse who is a little bit like black beauty. The book is called The Harsh Feeling and the horse Glory keeps being shoved into uncomfortable situations.
Thanks so much for making your books they change my mindset!
Rosa Lee
Dear Judy,
I feel as though I need to write you a proper letter, but if I wait for the perfect time to sit down and share all I wish to say, there’s a substantial chance life tasks and challenges will keep getting in the way. Perhaps one day, I’ll write something closer to the letter you deserve. For today, though, I wish to say this:
Although I’m in my fifties now, I’ve never forgotten the joy and comfort I found in your books when I was young. Enthusiastically, I read title after title, always eager to reach the end of the book yet a little sad when I did … because I never wanted one of your books to end. Back in those days, I was elated to find a biography of you. It quoted you as saying that you believed in being honest with children since what they imagined often was worse than the way things really were. This resonated with me so! I craved such forthrightness from adults. To this day, perhaps the quality I most cherish in a person is genuineness. This explains some of why—although we’ve never met—you are dear to me.
I just watched the film of “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” It felt like home—not a home where I’ve lived but that deeply desired feeling of home in one’s heart. Thank you for providing this over and over as I was growing up and, through this film, again today.
With love and gratitude,
Lisa
P.S. Seeing you in the cameo was a delightful thrill!
I feel as though I need to write you a proper letter, but if I wait for the perfect time to sit down and share all I wish to say, there’s a substantial chance life tasks and challenges will keep getting in the way. Perhaps one day, I’ll write something closer to the letter you deserve. For today, though, I wish to say this:
Although I’m in my fifties now, I’ve never forgotten the joy and comfort I found in your books when I was young. Enthusiastically, I read title after title, always eager to reach the end of the book yet a little sad when I did … because I never wanted one of your books to end. Back in those days, I was elated to find a biography of you. It quoted you as saying that you believed in being honest with children since what they imagined often was worse than the way things really were. This resonated with me so! I craved such forthrightness from adults. To this day, perhaps the quality I most cherish in a person is genuineness. This explains some of why—although we’ve never met—you are dear to me.
I just watched the film of “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” It felt like home—not a home where I’ve lived but that deeply desired feeling of home in one’s heart. Thank you for providing this over and over as I was growing up and, through this film, again today.
With love and gratitude,
Lisa
P.S. Seeing you in the cameo was a delightful thrill!
Dear,Judy Bloom, I read your book, are you there god it’s me Margaret. I am currently 10 years old, and I enjoyed reading it. I got another book and I can’t wait to read it!
Hey Judy Blume! I watched your movie with my Mom (she is 90 & I am 59 years old). We laughed & I cried and laughed somemore!
Your movie was exactly what I experienced growing up! Thank you for giving us a great night together! I am still feeding on all the emotions your story gave me! I finally know God is here with me & now I ask Him, “what do you want me to do?” Lollll Thanks again! Helen Michele
Your movie was exactly what I experienced growing up! Thank you for giving us a great night together! I am still feeding on all the emotions your story gave me! I finally know God is here with me & now I ask Him, “what do you want me to do?” Lollll Thanks again! Helen Michele
Dear Judy,
I don’t know exactly where to begin, but this feels simple enough: thank you. Thank you for being such a strong presence in the lives of so many readers for so many generations. Thank you for your advocacy and fight for the freedom to read and read what we want to read. For me personally, thank you for Summer Sisters.
Though I probably shouldn’t admit this, Summer Sisters is the one book for me that I don’t actually recommend to many, even though it’s by far my all-time favorite book. It feels a bit too personal to share with just anyone though, and that’s something I think Vix would understand as well. I read Summer Sisters for the first time in seventh grade when my best friend loaned it to me. I had never been so impacted by a book, tossing it across the room and almost refusing to finish it when the first chapter met us again in present day. Though I can predict every event, and even quote most of my favorite pages, it’s one I read every year during, you guessed it, summertime.
I finished my annual read a bit early this summer because I felt it necessary to have a fresh read before visiting Martha’s Vineyard for the very first time. This visit has been at the top of my bucket list for so long that I never thought I’d cross it off, but I did! My husband and I have been undergoing intense fertility treatments this year, and this was a present to myself from myself before beginning our first IVF treatment. Every time I stressed about the upcoming treatments, I knew I had my trip to look forward to first. Now that we are in the thick of the shots, bloodwork, fear, and hope of it all, my memories and pictures are still getting me through.
Even after all of the struggles this year, I got to be Vix for almost a whole week. Though sometimes I felt like every character — I was Tawny dipping my feet in the Atlantic, I was Abby visiting the island for the first time, I was Gus who needed to be by the water after all those vineyard summers. Once, when my husband let me lean into my dramatic side, I was even Caitlin pulling over at the Tashmoo Overlook just to pretend to question my entire upcoming marriage. I had breakfast at The Black Dog where I bought the most expensive baseball cap to remember that damn rehearsal dinner. I had lunch in Oak Bluffs, though I never could pin down the exact pizza restaurant — fini finis finito, Judy. I wondered if the National Treasure was working at The Flying Horses, and even spotted where they all saw Annie Hall. I stayed in East Tisbury, enjoying that sweet smell of pine amidst the beach air. I drove down County Road thinking of Lamb’s parents, while thinking of hitchhiking on Lambert’s Cove. I watched the sunset in Menemsha and again in Gay Head, wondering what Tawny thought of when she saw the cliffs of Aquinnah.
Without you, none of this would have been possible. The years of reading such a sacred text to me and so many others, the joy of rereading and getting to visit my favorite characters, friends after all this time. Visiting the island brought this world to life, and I will never forget it. Thank you for everything.
All my love,
Maggie
I don’t know exactly where to begin, but this feels simple enough: thank you. Thank you for being such a strong presence in the lives of so many readers for so many generations. Thank you for your advocacy and fight for the freedom to read and read what we want to read. For me personally, thank you for Summer Sisters.
Though I probably shouldn’t admit this, Summer Sisters is the one book for me that I don’t actually recommend to many, even though it’s by far my all-time favorite book. It feels a bit too personal to share with just anyone though, and that’s something I think Vix would understand as well. I read Summer Sisters for the first time in seventh grade when my best friend loaned it to me. I had never been so impacted by a book, tossing it across the room and almost refusing to finish it when the first chapter met us again in present day. Though I can predict every event, and even quote most of my favorite pages, it’s one I read every year during, you guessed it, summertime.
I finished my annual read a bit early this summer because I felt it necessary to have a fresh read before visiting Martha’s Vineyard for the very first time. This visit has been at the top of my bucket list for so long that I never thought I’d cross it off, but I did! My husband and I have been undergoing intense fertility treatments this year, and this was a present to myself from myself before beginning our first IVF treatment. Every time I stressed about the upcoming treatments, I knew I had my trip to look forward to first. Now that we are in the thick of the shots, bloodwork, fear, and hope of it all, my memories and pictures are still getting me through.
Even after all of the struggles this year, I got to be Vix for almost a whole week. Though sometimes I felt like every character — I was Tawny dipping my feet in the Atlantic, I was Abby visiting the island for the first time, I was Gus who needed to be by the water after all those vineyard summers. Once, when my husband let me lean into my dramatic side, I was even Caitlin pulling over at the Tashmoo Overlook just to pretend to question my entire upcoming marriage. I had breakfast at The Black Dog where I bought the most expensive baseball cap to remember that damn rehearsal dinner. I had lunch in Oak Bluffs, though I never could pin down the exact pizza restaurant — fini finis finito, Judy. I wondered if the National Treasure was working at The Flying Horses, and even spotted where they all saw Annie Hall. I stayed in East Tisbury, enjoying that sweet smell of pine amidst the beach air. I drove down County Road thinking of Lamb’s parents, while thinking of hitchhiking on Lambert’s Cove. I watched the sunset in Menemsha and again in Gay Head, wondering what Tawny thought of when she saw the cliffs of Aquinnah.
Without you, none of this would have been possible. The years of reading such a sacred text to me and so many others, the joy of rereading and getting to visit my favorite characters, friends after all this time. Visiting the island brought this world to life, and I will never forget it. Thank you for everything.
All my love,
Maggie
dear ms. blume -
i never read one of your books as a young girl, but one is never too old to begin. my cat, olive and i just finished reading ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, MARGARET. i was completely enchanted, and the book held olive's attention, too. i am allegedly 72 years young, but i only admit to being 12. so i guess i read your book just in time to begin puberty (ha ha). anyway, i just wanted you to know that i am a great fan and will continue reading your books. and i will also read any banned books i have missed.
thank you so very much!
warmest regards,
cheryl repko
i never read one of your books as a young girl, but one is never too old to begin. my cat, olive and i just finished reading ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, MARGARET. i was completely enchanted, and the book held olive's attention, too. i am allegedly 72 years young, but i only admit to being 12. so i guess i read your book just in time to begin puberty (ha ha). anyway, i just wanted you to know that i am a great fan and will continue reading your books. and i will also read any banned books i have missed.
thank you so very much!
warmest regards,
cheryl repko
Hi Judy!
I know this is random, but something kind of hit me today. I was reminiscing about my parents going through their divorce back in 2001. And reading "It's Not The End Of The World" and using it as a vehicle to navigate the storm that is divorce.
Reading that came at such a critical time for me. I was 10 years old. Like most my age I was in baseball and had a love for all things sports. But reading that book specifically helped me more than swinging a bat ever did.
Now I'm 32 and have a wife, daughter and a mortgage. And if it wasn't for a book like that, I truly don't know if I ever would have even gotten married. So thank you for helping a 10 year old from Cleveland grow up during some painful times. Because now he's 32 and loves his family. I hope you read this, and hopefully it brightens your day. Thank you so much!
Nick
I know this is random, but something kind of hit me today. I was reminiscing about my parents going through their divorce back in 2001. And reading "It's Not The End Of The World" and using it as a vehicle to navigate the storm that is divorce.
Reading that came at such a critical time for me. I was 10 years old. Like most my age I was in baseball and had a love for all things sports. But reading that book specifically helped me more than swinging a bat ever did.
Now I'm 32 and have a wife, daughter and a mortgage. And if it wasn't for a book like that, I truly don't know if I ever would have even gotten married. So thank you for helping a 10 year old from Cleveland grow up during some painful times. Because now he's 32 and loves his family. I hope you read this, and hopefully it brightens your day. Thank you so much!
Nick
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