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“When I was little I believed in Jesus and Santa, spontaneous combustion, and the Loch Ness monster. Now I believe in science, statistics, and antibiotics.” So says seventeen-year-old Zac Meier during a long, grueling leukemia treatment in Perth, Australia. A loud blast of Lady Gaga alerts him to the presence of Mia, the angry, not-at-all-stoic cancer patient in the room next door. Once released, the two near-strangers can’t forget each other, even as they desperately try to resume normal lives. The story of their mysterious connection drives this unflinchingly tough, tender novel told in two voices.
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From the PublisherA Conversation with A.J. BettsThe author of Zac & Mia talks about the inspiration behind this tender love story, the people who amaze her, and what she's doing with her spare time when she's not busy writing brilliant YA novels. What inspired you to write Zac & Mia?Zac & Mia is my third novel, but it’s my first to be inspired by real life. I never set out to write a book about two teenagers with cancer: who would set themselves such a daunting challenge? I’ve been working with teenagers with illness for ten years. Since 2008, I’ve been specializing on the cancer ward. The students there are amazing and completely inspiring. They remind me of the things that matter, and the things that don’t. They are just like regular teenagers—funny, concerned with their appearance, worried about friendships and school—but their illness forces them to reassess the values they had, and the relationships that are important. I learn so much from them. Sometimes I’m left speechless. Sometimes I’m heartbroken. Did any of your students, in particular, serve as inspiration for the characters Zac and Mia?In early 2009, I was working with a wonderful student named Tayla. She was a keen reader, and had offered to read a draft of my second novel. Her one complaint was this: it didn’t have enough romance. Tayla made me to promise to focus more on love in my third novel. At the same time, I was teaching a male student who was in isolation due to having a Bone Marrow Transplant. It made me wonder how I would cope: imagine being stuck in a room for five weeks. With your mother! The concept of isolation intrigued me. The story of Zac & Mia emerged through me asking questions: How can you fall in love with someone you can’t meet? What does beauty look like? What does courage look like? And what does it mean to be a good friend? How long did it take you to write?The novel took approximately two-and-a-half years to write. The reason it took so long was because I’d stopped writing in September 2010, when my student Tayla passed away unexpectedly. Even though I’d lost a number of students to cancer, Tayla’s death affected me greatly, and my story became too difficult to continue, especially as she’d been such a big supporter of the story. Emotionally, I gave up. It was Tayla’s mother who encouraged me to continue, and I finally did. What surprised you most about people’s reactions to the book in your native Australia?I’ve been completely bowled over by the reactions here in Australia. I guess I’m (pleasantly) surprised that it’s connected with such a broad range of people, males and females, from eleven to eighty-five, well and sick. I’m really glad that Zac has become a bit of a legend (he’s adorable, let’s be honest), but I’ve been quite surprised by some of the reactions to Mia. Teenage girls, especially, have been really tough on her. What is terrific is how the readers warm to Mia as they come to know her. She’s the character who undergoes the biggest transformation, and readers become quite protective of her. I feel so proud of Mia, as if it was her writing the end of the story, and not me. What do you hope your US audience takes away most from this book?I don’t want to be greedy and wish for too much, but if I can, I wish that US audiences will carry the story with them long after they read it, remembering how precious every day is, and how not to take anything or anyone for granted. Zac and Mia come to learn that life is worth fighting for. It truly is. I’ll never understand why beautiful (real life) teenagers have their lives cut short. Why are they unlucky enough to have cancer? Why not me? I’ll never stop feeling angry on their behalf. But what these teenagers do is remind us to live every day well, to treat people gently, And not to take this life or planet lightly. When you’re not writing, how do you spend your time?Fortunately/unfortunately, I’m quite an active person and I find it hard to sit still. I hate feeling trapped (a bit like Zac!) so I’m always looking for excuses to be outdoors. My main sport is cycling: I own five bikes and cycle most days. I love road cycling, touring, and mountain-biking. I also spend my time walking and running, or sometimes swimming at the beach. When I can sit still long enough, I usually read books or watch films. I love baking. Muffins are my specialty. And of course, I work part-time. I still teach one or two days a week on the cancer ward. I also study (I’m doing my doctorate in creative writing because I’m a big nerd) and the rest of my time is devoted to visiting schools and festivals to talk about Zac & Mia. Editorial ReviewsReview"Above average in this burgeoning subgenre; it’s the healing powers of friendship, love and family that make this funny-yet-philosophical tale of brutal teen illness stand out." —Kirkus * "Zac & Mia holds its own as a smart, well-crafted story about the importance of friendship and feeling understood." —School Library Journal, starred review "Betts portrays cancer as hard, scary, and isolating, but beatable—or at least bearable—if one isn't facing it alone, and her depiction of a boy trying to hold onto a normal life and a girl realizing she can't keep hers from changing has power." —Publishers Weekly "This Australian import, told from alternating perspectives, introduces two characters who are remarkable in their own right." —Horn Book Magazine "There’s complexity in their sometimes thorny relationship that makes this compelling as more than just a romance, but their connection is ultimately satisfyingly heartfelt. Hand this to readers looking for a love story with shadows but not inevitable doom." —Bulletin Winner of the 2012 Australian Text Prize — About the AuthorA. J. Betts grew up in Far North Queensland, Australia. She has taught in Brisbane and traveled the world with a backpack and camera. When she’s not writing or teaching, she rides bikes, bakes, and occasionally communes with the sea lions that live near her home in Watermans Bay. Visit her website at www.ajbetts.com. Product details
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Is Zac and Mia a true story?Writing Zac & Mia was a much more personal process as it drew on real life. As a result, I was very conscious of making divisions between my real students and my fictional characters.
Did Zac and Mia get renewed?Anne Winters plays Mia, and Kian Lawley plays Zac. The series was renewed for a second season following a "strong fan response".
Does ZACS cancer return to Zac and Mia?At the end of the novel, Zac's cancer returns and he is admitted back into the hospital. Mia learns to accept her fate while supporting Zac as he receives another treatment.
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