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“The only craft and technique you have legitimate access to is the craft and technique you forgot, that has dissolved itself into the unconscious... Because you have learned it so well you have forgotten it.”

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Robert Olen Butler
Robert Olen Butler

Robert Olen Butler is an American writer known for his unique narrative techniques and rich imagination. His works span various literary genres, including novels, short story collections, and poetry. Born on January 20, 1945, Butler has won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. more

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