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Patricia MacLachlan, born on March 3, 1938, is a renowned American author. Her works are known for their warm and touching stories, particularly in the field of children's literature. MacLachlan's writing style is beloved by readers, and her works have won numerous important awards.

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Famous Patricia MacLachlan Quotes

“Life is made up of circles ... Life is not a straight line ... And sometimes we circle back to a past time. But we are not the same. We are changed forever.”

Life Made Sometimes Past Life Is Lines Forever Changed Circles Straight Lines

Book:Baby

Source: Baby

“I, myself, write to change my life, to make it come out the way I want it to. But other people write for other reasons: to see more closely what it is they are thinking about, what they may be afraid of. Sometimes writers write to solve a problem, to answer their own question. All these reasons are good reasons. And that is the most important thing I'll ever tell you. Maybe it is the most important thing you'll ever hear. Ever.”

People Thinking Way Want Writing May Important Sometimes Reason Problem Answers Important Things Solve Changing My Life

Author:Patricia MacLachlan

“Sometimes poetry--words--give us a small, lovely look at ourselves. And sometimes that is enough.”

Giving Looks Sometimes Enough Lovely

Book:Two Novels: Baby ; Journey

Source: Two Novels: Baby ; Journey

About the Author

Born: March 3, 1938
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 23

Books & Sources

BabyRelated source material

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Sarah, Plain and Tall Complete Collection: Sarah, Plain and Tall; Skylark; Caleb's Story; More Perfect than the Moon; Grandfather's DanceRelated source material

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