How did the author decide to balance humor and emotional depth in this story?
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Not Now, Bernard

Not Now, Bernard
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How did the author decide to balance humor and emotional depth in this story?
Did anyone else feel like Bernard's imagination was a reflection of every child's desire to be heard?
What inspired the setting and characters in this story? Was it based on real childhood experiences?