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Sharon from Camp Hill, PA wrote on April 30, 2023

Hi Judy Blume,
I honestly don't even know where to begin. I've been wanting to write to you for years, but I never did it.
"Are You There God? It's Me Margaret." is my all-time favorite book. When I found out that it was going to be a movie, I was super excited. I immediately wrote the movie release date on my calendar at school.
I should pause here for a moment and let you know that I teach 6th grade ELA and Social Studies. This is my 20th year teaching, and I've taught 5th-8th grade ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies over the past 20 years. During those 20 years, I've always taught ELA. At the beginning of every school year, I display a plethora of your books in my classroom to showcase my favorite author.
I couldn't help but smile when my students began reading "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." Some of my copies of that book have "walked off" of my bookshelves over the years. I feel that whoever took one of my books needed it more than I did. I can't tell you how many times I've replaced certain books of yours, even though I have a book sign out system in my classroom.
Anyway...Friday, April 28th finally came, and I got to see my favorite book as a movie. Even though I had to wait months (no, 45 years) for the movie to come out, it couldn't have made its debut at a better time. Our school just finished a week of intensive state testing, (ELA last week and Math this upcoming week) and going to the movies was the perfect way to end an extremely stressful and tiring week.
Then my husband and I watched "Judy Blume Forever" last night, and I knew this was the perfect time to finally get in touch with you.
You are the reason that I love to read!! Realistic Fiction is my favorite genre. I grew up in the 70's and began reading your books when I was in. 4th-5th grade (1976-1977). My sister and I spent many summer days sitting on our front steps reading to one another "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." We also read "Little House on the Prairie" books, because they were her favorite. I had every one of your books as soon as it came out in paperback, except for Forever and Wifey. We grew up in a very strict Catholic household, and we were not allowed to look at either one of those books, even when we were in high school. Of course, when I went to college, they were the first two books I bought!
Okay, I think you've heard enough from me for one day.
Take Care and please write back if you have the time.
Sincerely a Lifetime Fan,
Sharon

Yvonne from Chappaqua wrote on April 30, 2023

I loved all your books as a kid and your adult books. You always answered all my questions. I loved your documentary. !!!! So happy you found love and you are enjoying your book store. I hope to get to Key West and to visit you and your nook store!! Stay well and happy!! Yvonne 💗

Donna A from Seal Beach wrote on April 30, 2023

I want to thank you for writing books that took on the tough issues of childhood/ adolescence.
I am a middle school teacher. I taught Tiger Eyes for many years. It got pulled. I was able to use it years ago in my.ELA support class-
Good writing- issues that resonate.
Keep going-
We thank you.

BHASKAR M from Doha, Qatar wrote on April 30, 2023

Just got t know of U thru the movie on 'God' receiving rave reviews now.. deeply impressed with your Autobiographical essays as a Dad,a Hubby a Bro, a Son & a Friend. -- your essays touched me profoundly and shall start reading your books. Soon. Cheers. Bhaskar.

Lynda from Niagara Falls, Canada wrote on April 30, 2023

Hi...my name is Lynda. I am 75 years old and I have an “incidental,incredible” story to share with you! I was watching a T.V. interview with you last week. I had heard about your great books...but I must confess...that I had not read any of them! After watching the interview...I thought...I really wanted to read them...so I went off to our local library and requested that she show me where your books would be located. I said that I would really like to read the “first” one...but she didn’t have it! So I ventured over and chose(just by chance) “Deenie”...because after reading the back cover...I discovered(I couldn’t believe it)...she’s my story!! I was born with spina bifida,club foot and “congenital” scoliosis! I had my first surgery at 4 months to remove the spina bifida. My Mom and I made repeated trips from Sudbury Ontario Canada to Montreal Quebec to the Shriners Hospital until I was 16! Now comes the incredible part of this story(for me) Deenie’s medical experiences throughout your book was “my story”! As I read your book...it made me reconnect with my past(never really realizing or remembering) that all those experiences happened to me! I had my second surgery at 9 years and was in the Shriners Hospital for 1 year at which time, I was fitted(like Deenie)...for “my” Milwaukee Brace(I actually still have it!!) and wore it 4 years! Your words,details made me think back of those trying times...with friends and every day challenges! It doesn’t make me feel sad or discouraged...I survived quite a “normal” life! Here now, 64 years later...my story ends quite amazing,successful and happy...married 54 years, 2 wonderful daughters and 4 beautiful Grandchildren and an Elementary teacher for 30 years! (with LOTS of adventures in between!) Just a “little” side story...I did wear my brace until I was 14 and I have to confess... I did get away with a little escapade( which Deenie’s Dad wouldn’t let her)...my girlfriend “unscrewed” my brace and we went to visit our boyfriends! When we got home...she couldn’t get it back together. My parents thought that it was quite a joke(I didn’t...I was scared...haha!)I just had to share “my story” with you...thank you for reconnecting me to my childhood memories. I will be reading your books and experiencing all your amazing adventures of storytelling! Lynda

Vicki B from Tuckerton wrote on April 30, 2023

Judy I am 78 years old. Tomorrow I, my daughter, her best friend and her 14 year old daughter are going to see Dear God....3 generations coming together to celebrate you. I am very excited to see the reaction of these ladies that I am lucky to accompany. God bless you Judy. Looking forward to some fun tomorrow.

Hali R from Manteca wrote on April 30, 2023

Dearest Judy
I loved meeting you through your documentary Judy Blume Forever. I am turning 72 and sadly, never read one of your books (kind of missed that boat) but the documentary let me get to know you, this amazing inspirational woman, mother, writer and activist in such a personal way that I feel that I know you and am so very glad that I met you.
Thank you for touching so many lives, and now include mine.

Sincerely,

Hali R

Bobbi Lynn from Chesterton wrote on April 30, 2023

DearJudy,just went to see the movie today with my friend. Boy, did it bring back memories of my own experiences as well as the book. I got my copy years ago from my Grandma and I reread it so many times. I even reread the book last week to refresh my memory for the movie. Thank you for letting your book become a movie. The Simon family of actors were SPOT ON from the book. Also Nancy was perfect!

Teresa from Wauconda wrote on April 30, 2023

Just finished watching forever and wanted to say thank you😀

SUZANNE from Philadelphia wrote on April 30, 2023

Hello Judy Blume, I am currently watching your fabulous documentary on Prime. Have many memories flooding back to on reading your books as a young teen. Am going to reread a few know as a 57 year old. Am looking forward to going down memory lane. Thanks for being you and thanks for all of your amazing work! Thanks, from my inner teenager. Suzanne

Melissa from Worcester wrote on April 30, 2023

Dear, dear Judy, my husband and I are just back from seeing Margaret. I just want to thank you for the books, the movie and all the memories. Since you got so many women through puberty can you write something to get us through menopause now?

Hope from Kingston wrote on April 30, 2023

Dearest Judy,
I met you at a book signing about 23 years ago in Hyannis, Ma. I believe the book promotion was Summer Sisters. I told you then what Margaret meant to me. We laughed, I was 29 at the time. Today, I’m 52, having just had a total hysterectomy ( 9 days ago); I’ve got my tickets to see the film version of Margaret for tomorrow. I will be gifting my niece my signed copy of Margaret to my treasured 10 year old. I know she will be thrilled. My question for you, dear Judy, is where is the story of life after menopause or hysterectomy? If anyone can do it, I believe it’s you.

Please keep writing.
Your birthday sister,
Hope

Catherine B from Great Yarmouth UK wrote on April 30, 2023

Just wow, what an amazing documentary about your life. What an incredible impact you have had on so many lives. I just wanted to say thank you for being you. Awesome.

jean from marco island wrote on April 30, 2023

I have just turned 75 and am having feelings about how to deal with the latter stage of life. I know you helped my daughter deal with her feelings during her adolescence so am wondering if you have any plans to write a book to help those of us entering this stage of life

Joel potter from Jersey by birth wrote on April 29, 2023

Judy, My story is funny but sad. The love of my life Robin Maslin Gallo just passed after a 5 year battle with the Ashkenazi brca curse.She was 69. Robin grew up in the Elmora section of Elizabeth until her mom passed at 11. She moved to highland Park and we graduated high school together.She was a friend then and we reconnected many years later and became friends again and more Her story means so much . Not enough characters here to tell. I would love to tell her story to you someday.Thank you for making her last days so happy. 😥Joel Potter

Stephanie from Ferndale wrote on April 29, 2023

I feel like my 12 uear old self. I've just watched the your documentary. I can't believe all the feelings that have come upon me. I am realizing that almost all of your books were banned in the tiny Texas town that I grew up in. My mother managed to sneak in a few. Margaret and 4th grade nothing. I feel that I must read them all now.And I will. And I will close a missing loop in my life that I am not sure that I new was missing. And books are being banned TODAY!!! 2023, a time when as a child I thought would be a magical future, where the world would love one another unashamedly. I've never forgotten the feelings that Margaret brought to me. And I felt so ashamed for feeling that sexual pleasure, and it affected me for such a long long time. Wow... I'm 52. 52. Damn. Thank you. Thanks to your son for saying, you are Judy Blume, and you tell truth. I'm so happy that you found George. I've been divorced twice, came to terms with not having that kind of romantic love. Mr George is Kevin. I hope I can get my own book out about that love. Thank you 💛

Lisa Mazinas from Philadelphia wrote on April 29, 2023

Hi Judy! I am a lifetime fan of your books. I wrote an op-ed about why your books shouldn't be banned and the difference they made for me in my childhood.
https://www.miamiherald.com/opinion/op-ed/article274793496.html
Thank you for everything!
Lisa

BeckieBoo J from Fullerton wrote on April 29, 2023

Watching Forever .. the book about your dad, started the tears. I lost my dad in his 50s to cancer, I battled cancer, lost a boyfriend to cancer, I survived a heart attack in my early 50s. I grew up reading & always admiring you & your work. Blubber will always hold a special place, but all your books are special & should never be with held from the next generation. My son is in his 30s & I love he knows about you. 🖤 I love & appreciate your ever lasting sparkle & spirit! Always be YoU 🖤

Stephanie from Emmaus wrote on April 29, 2023

I'm not sure if I can explain how much you and your books got me through a rough childhood.
You always felt like the only adult that understood my childhood.
Watching your bio now and you are as wonderful and kind as I thought you would be.
Best thoughts for you and your family.
Thank you for everything,
Steph

Laurie Plotnick from Parkland wrote on April 29, 2023

Good morning;
I am the President of the Florida Democratic Senior Caucus as well as President of the Broward Democratic Senior Caucus. My responsibilities include organizing democratic seniors in all 67 counties. After all, we are the largest voting block in our state.
I had the pleasure of seeing your interview on AC360 last night. You are truly a wonderful spokesperson for all that is wrong in this State!
We have monthly meetings on ZOOM and this past Thursday we hosted Grace Linn, 100+ activist from Jensen Beach who spoke at her school board meeting against banning books.
My ask: Would you be available on July 8th, 2023 at the Fontainebleau in Miami for our 1- 2 hour Senior Caucus session of the Florida Democratic Party's annual Leadership Blue conference?? This is an in person event and you are all inspiring, a resident, and perfect to encourage our democratic seniors to get going on changing the direction of this downward trend??
Not sure if this is your contact email, so if not, I hope that someone will direct me.
Respectfully yours.
Laurie Plotnick
P.S. I can find out if book signing is an option if you would like
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Laurie Plotnick
President, Florida Democratic Senior Caucus
President, Florida Democratic Organizing Council
President, Broward Democratic Senior Caucus
954-415-7822

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