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Lois McMaster Bujold, born on November 2, 1949, is an American science fiction author known for her profound philosophical insights, complex character development, and unique narrative style. Her most famous work is the 'Vorkosigan Saga', a series that has won multiple science fiction literary awards.

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“Hi, I'm a hero, but I can't tell you why. It's classified.”

Author:Lois McMaster Bujold

“I'm sorry. I can love you. I can grieve for you, or with you. I can share your pain. But I cannot judge you.”

I Can Pain Share Love You Judging Sorry Grieving I'm Sorry

Book:Cordelia's Honor

Source: Cordelia's Honor

“The rule for finding plots for character-centered novels, which is to ask: 'So what's the worst possible thing I can do to *this* guy?' And then do it.”

I Can Character Guy Asks Can Do Novel Worst Findings Plot This Guy

Book:Cordelia's Honor

Source: Cordelia's Honor

“I don’t duel, boy. I kill as a soldier kills, which is as a butcher kills, as quickly, efficiently, and with as least risk to myself as I can arrange.”

I Can Boys Risk Soldier Butchers

Author:Lois McMaster Bujold

“One step at a time, I can walk around the world. Watch me.”

World I Can Time Walks Steps Watches Around The World Watch Me One Step At A Time

Author:Lois McMaster Bujold

“I have a catch-phrase to describe my plot-generation technique -- 'What's the worst possible thing I can do to these people?'”

People I Can Can Do Generations Worst Technique Phrases Plot

Book:The Vorkosigan Companion

Source: The Vorkosigan Companion

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Born: November 2, 1949
Known for: Author
Quotes: 232

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