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“As before, there is a great silence, with no end in sight. The writer surrenders, listening.”

Quote by Jayne Anne Phillips

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Jayne Anne Phillips

Jayne Anne Phillips is an American novelist known for her distinctive narrative style and profound insights into human nature. Her works often explore themes of family, identity, and memory, with 'Lark and Termite' and 'Machine Dreams' being her most celebrated novels. more

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