ASK THE AUTHOR.

The author of the book Starminster explains that the idea for the aerial city in the story came to her while she was at the Shard in London. She mentions that her favorite character to write is Mason because he shares her sense of humor, but she feels a strong connection to Astrid, who reflects her own vulnerabilities and desire to belong. The author prefers to write in coffee shops because the background noise helps her focus. She also shares a childhood memory of playing near a forest in Belfast and looking for fairies. Finally, she expresses her wish for peace, joy, and hope in the world, particularly for children. [Extracted from the article]