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Katie Kitamura
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Katie Kitamura

Katie Kitamura was born in 1979 and divides her time between London and New York. The Longshot is her first novel.

Author Revealed:
Q. How would you describe perfect happiness?
A. I don't think I would - that's too much like tempting fate.
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About Katie Kitamura
  • What is your birthdate?:
    6/3
  • High school and/or college:
    California and New Jersey
  • Favorite movie:
    Vertigo
  • Favorite television show:
    The Jetsons
Revealing Questions
Q. How would you describe perfect happiness?
A. I don't think I would - that's too much like tempting fate.
Q. If you could be any person or thing, who or what would it be?
A. A soft pelt
Q. Who is your favorite fictional hero?
A. Gilbert Osmond (The Portrait of a Lady)
Q. Who is your favorite fictional villain?
A. Heidi, A Girl of the Alps
Q. What is your biggest pet peeve?
A. Tardiness
Q. What is your favorite occupation, when you’re not writing?
A. Being on time
Q. If you could eat only one thing for the rest of your days, what would it be?
A. Cake
On Books and Writing
Q. What are your 5 favorite books of all time?
A. Melmoth the Wanderer; The Spoils of Poynton; The Makioka Sisters; Blood Meridian; Absolam, Absolam!
Q. Is there a book you love to reread?
A. Lolita