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Quote by David Baldacci

“But if I worried too much about publishers' expectations, I'd probably paralyze myself and not be able to write anything.”

Quote by David Baldacci

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David Baldacci is an American best-selling author known for his suspense, thriller, and crime novels. His works are highly popular with readers, frequently topping the New York Times bestseller list. more

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