No, ‘Wonder’ by R.J. Palacio is not based on a true story. The novel is a work of fiction. However, the author was inspired by a real-life incident. R.J. Palacio has mentioned that the idea for the book came to her after an encounter with a child who had a facial deformity. This experience made her think about the challenges such children face and how they are perceived by others. While the characters and events in ‘Wonder’ are fictional, the themes of kindness, empathy, and acceptance are very real and resonate with many readers.
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