Alexandra Bracken

I think when we lose somebody, when we interact with those things that they also loved - like, you listen to their favorite music, or you read their favorite books - it's just a way to get in touch with them and your memories of them. ”

Fear makes us do things we would otherwise never agree to do, and people can be emotionally manipulated into believing something during times of great stress and tragedy. ”

Between the ages of 8 and 12, all I wanted to read were 'Star Wars' books. ”

It might be the history major in me, but I look to the past when I try to construct my fictional futures. ”

In 'The Darkest Minds,' Zu's trauma manifests in her choosing to remain silent. It's her one small way she can feel in control of her otherwise uncontrollable situation. ”

After I finished 'The Darkest Minds' series, I knew I wanted to take a risk and work on something completely different - lighter in tone, with a little bit more romance, and a completely different set of characters - that would also, um, finally justify my liberal arts degree. ”

There's so much standing around and waiting with moviemaking! ”

Being a very tall person, I have always felt a kinship with giraffes. ”

I absolutely love Johnny Depp, and I genuinely think he's one of the best actors of our time. ”

We are all protective over the things we love. ”