What inspired the author to set 'Shopgirls' in this specific historical era?
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What inspired the author to set 'Shopgirls' in this specific historical era?
Did anyone else feel a connection to the shopgirls' personal struggles, or was that just me?
How did the author decide to balance humor and emotion in this coming-of-age story?