What inspired the author to set 'The Contest' around a school competition?
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The Contest

The Contest
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What inspired the author to set 'The Contest' around a school competition?
Did anyone else feel that the characters' friendships felt very authentic?
How did the author decide to pace the story to keep middle-grade readers engaged?