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“Ideas brush past fleeting and insubstantial as moths. But I let them go, I don't want them. What I want is a voice.”

Quote by Joyce Carol Oates

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Joyce Carol Oates

Joyce Carol Oates is a renowned American author born on June 16, 1938. Her works span various literary forms such as novels, poetry, and drama, known for her unique narrative techniques and profound thematic explorations. more

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