Comments for Patricia McCormick

Comment on Contact Patricia by Sandy Nintzel

Sandy Nintzel — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:25:37 +0000

Hi Patricia,

I just wanted to thank you for your beautiful book “Sold”. I always knew that human trafficking was an issue, but reading about it with such grace, and tenderness was life changing for me. I am a mother of five children with one in kindergarten, one in college, and triplets in the fourth grade. It is difficult for me to donate too much to Maiti Nepal, or volunteer in Nepal or India, but I do try and spread the word about your book, and do what I can to support charities and businesses that support programs that help the victims of the sex trade. I have been saving money for a few years to travel once my children were all done with college. Now, I plan to visit Nepal on a buying trip to sell the goods made by orphans and victims of the violent crimes in the region. I really want to thank you for all that you have done to open my heart and mind to these children, mothers, fathers, and families who’s cries fall on the deaf ears of so many Americans.

Every time I recommend your book, and the reader is as touched as I was, I am full of gratitude for you. I have meant to tell you many times in the past the impact that you have had on me and my friends. I just bought a copy for my children’s tutor (who read it in a night), and after discussing it with her, I knew that I had to sit down, and let you know. It is quite obvious that I am not a writer. I don’t possess the eloquence that great writers such as yourself display so effortlessly, but I do hope that I have been able to express just how important you have been to me, and I’m sure so many others. Thank you.

Most sincerely,
Sandy Nintzel

P.S. I can’t wait to read “Never Fall Down”. I plan to start now.

Comment on Contact Patricia by olivia

olivia — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:44:51 +0000

Hi, I’d just like to say that your book “Cut” is one of my favorites. I’m in the middle of writing a book that’s sort of like yours. I’m 14, and I really haven’t written anything before (well, I have, I just haven’t felt the need to finish any of it) except the story I’m writing I really like. A few of my friends have read it, and keep telling me I need to try and publish it, (and they wonder why I’m writing a story about a person that cuts themself) although I’m fairly sure no one would really take a 14 year old seriously while trying to publish a book. But like I said I really love your book and I’m very happy to have read it. Thanks.

Comment on Some of the best book reviews I’ve ever gotten. by Rachid

Rachid — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:56:30 +0000

I sshyatmipe with this sentiment and this struggle (as is borne out by my own ). I try to keep texting to a minimum. For me, the key is not to think you have to reply immediately. Why should someone texting me suddenly pre-empt the conversation I am having with someone face to face?

Comment on Why do so many girls self-injure? by Murat

Murat — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:02:05 +0000

knowing that I am loved just the way I am, and loved eoungh to not be left this way.this. brought tears to my eyes.thank you for your courage, arwyn.

Comment on From inner-city Rochester to the Himalayas by Patricia Tilton

Patricia Tilton — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:12:34 +0000

Thanks for sharing this story. Good for them! There are so many socially conscious kids who want to make a difference. Can’t think of a better project. It is kids like this who will be finding the solutions to help our global family. I think we are all beginning to see this moral compass among the youth. Good story!

Comment on Contact Patricia by Karen Lee (McDonald) Hill

Karen Lee (McDonald) Hill — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:46:52 +0000

Patty, I sent a personal message to your mailbag address.

Comment on Contact Patricia by Michelle

Michelle — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:14:56 +0000

I was browsing the library shelves in the young adult section looking
for a few books for my homeschooling teens to read. I saw a few of
your titles and was intrigued. I pulled “Sold” off the shelf and
checked it out. My daughter just did a report on slavery around the world, including the sex trade. She is looking forward to reading this book. I was just hoping you could tell me about your religious beliefs if you have any. I do know that religious beliefs or lack of, do typically influence an author’s work and I want to prepare my teens accordingly before they read your
books. I am impressed with your topics and the reviews of your books.
I look forward to having my teens delve into these topics.
Thank you for your time.

Comment on Contact Patricia by abco

abco — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:27:43 +0000

Hi Samantha,

The book doesn’t come out till May but I’ll pass you request on to the publicity department at Harper Collins.

Thanks for your interest.

Comment on Why do so many girls self-injure? by abco

abco — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:26:52 +0000

Hi Emily,

Thanks so much for writing so honestly about your own struggle with self-injury. That was one of the main reasons I wrote the book: so people who self-injure would feel less alone and see the possibility of recovery. I also wanted people who don’t hurt themselves to realize how serious this is and how many people are really in pain.

Thanks again for writing. And good luck,

Patty

Comment on Contact Patricia by Julie

Julie — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:38:12 +0000

hey its me again well i was wondering if i sent a copy of it to you would you read it its a story that i just want someone who is a writer to read! well let me know soon please! and thank you again!