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Merrill Markoe is an American author born on August 13, 1948. Her works span various literary genres, including novels and essays. Markoe is known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into social issues.

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“More than any other personality trait, my mother seemed to be ruled by anger and sadness. She seemed to hate being a mother. Watching her unhappiness as I grew up made me conclude that the answer was to try and be as unemotional as I could, which many therapists have taught me is a bad idea. It also made me want to avoid marriage and having children.”

“They were soul mates, my mother and father. They claimed to adore each other, as if the word 'adore' meant 'argue with ceaselessly.”

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Book:It's My F---ing Birthday: A Novel

Source: It's My F---ing Birthday: A Novel

“my mother ... took the fact that my taste differed from hers as a personal insult.”

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Author:Merrill Markoe

“Beware the cute, hot guy who kind of reminds you of the parent you don't get along with: your cold, distant father who left when you were a kid or your hot-tempered mother whom you could never please.”

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Author:Merrill Markoe

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Born: August 13, 1948
Known for: Author
Quotes: 47

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What the Dogs Have Taught Me: And Other Amazing Things I've LearnedRelated source material

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Walking in Circles Before Lying DownRelated source material

Cool, Calm & ContentiousRelated source material

It's My F---ing Birthday: A NovelRelated source material

Walking in Circles Before Lying Down: A NovelRelated source material

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