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Letter to a friend

Question:
Your friend has had his/her first book published a few days ago. He/she has recently sent you a copy of that book.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter,

congratulate him/her for having his/her first book published
thank your friend for sending you a copy of the book
say what do you think about the book

My Answer:
Dear James,

It has been a while since we exchanged our text. But I am glad to see your first publication and I was overwhelmed with happiness after receiving it through a courier.

You appear inspiring for my eyes while I recall your hard work and effort you took to achieve your first book published. Definitely, it is not so easy though, however, my hearty wishes for your first level of achievement.

Besides, thanks mate, It means a lot for me to thinking about I am one of your important person to be considered to send a copy of the book. The moment I have received the book, I have started reading it. It is not only exciting but also very interesting. I have completed reading almost four chapters until now.

I think it is a good start for you to go ahead to publishing more books on various topics and awareness. Therefore, you would be considered as an talented local author.

Once again, thanks for sending me a copy of the book and I am so proud of you. My best wishes for upcoming publications.

Yours sincerely,
Yusa

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