“Don't sum up a person based on what you see, or what you don't understand; get to know them”
― Wendelin Van Draanen, The Running Dream
Author's Purpose
Wendelin Van Draanen wrote this spectacular novel for one main point to get across- hope. Her purpose of writing this book was just to acknowledge young adult reader's that life is nothing without hope. She wanted to let her reader's know that her writing is meant for them to realize that hope is essential. Draanen wants people to carry hope with them wherever they go. She wants them to know that if you're determined towards a certain goal, no matter what it is, you will get there with hope. For self-confidence? Hope is needed. Determination? Hope. Dedication? Hope. It is needed and wanted everywhere and she gives her hope through her writing. Her goal is for you to receive the hope she transfers through her writing of such self-perseverance and will. To read this book after going through some dark times, you'll see yourself in a much better and prouder way. And for those who haven't, will realize that to get through ANY tough situation, hope should be with you through it all.