Hello, dear readers and fellow science enthusiasts!
Today's the big day: "CRISPR—CRIS PARR” is officially out in the world! 🎊🧪📖 But before you dive into Nya's wild ride through the world of genetic engineering, I thought I'd share a little behind-the-scenes peek at how this story came to life.
Remember when you thought high school was tough? Well, meet Nya Bennison, our 17-year-old genetics whiz who's about to make your AP Bio class look like a walk in the park. She's diving headfirst into the world of CRISPR gene editing, and let's just say there are a couple of unexpected curve balls.
But don't worry, this isn't your typical "mad scientist creates monster" story. Think more along the lines of "brilliant teen uncovers conspiracy, questions everything she knows, and maybe saves the world... or not?" (No spoilers here, nu-uh!)
Creating Nya was like a CRISPR experiment in itself – I wanted to splice together the perfect mix of brilliant scientist, awkward teenager, and reluctant hero. The result? A character who's just as likely to crack the genetic code as she is to not get a social cue.
But it wasn't all fun and games (okay, it was mostly fun and games). Writing "CRISPR—CRIS PARR also meant grappling with some pretty heavy questions. Like, just because we can edit genes, should we? And who gets to make that call? Heavy stuff, but I promise the book isn't all existential crises – there's plenty of awkward teen moments and science puns to balance things out.
So, as you crack open your copy of "CRISPR—“CRIS PARR today, know that you're not just reading a story – you're diving into a world where science fact and fiction collide, where the line between right and wrong gets a little blurry, and where a teenage girl might just hold the key to humanity's future (no pressure, Nya).
Happy Release Day, everyone! May your reading be uninterrupted, your mind be blown, and your genes remain unedited (for now).
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a date with a certain genetics prodigy and a world in need of saving. See you in the pages! 📚🧬
