"Boys are different from girls, but boys are also different from other boys, just as girls are different from other girls. Calling a book “for boys” or “for girls” is well-meaning, but to me, not terribly helpful."

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Source: Writing a Book for Boys by Marie Lu, www.huffingtonpost.com. March 4, 2013.

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Marie Lu is a bestselling author known for her young adult dystopian novels, particularly 'Legend' and 'The Young Elites,' which explore themes of resilience and identity.

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