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“Like most women, I remember my first drink in tender minutiae.”

Quote by Koren Zailckas

Book:Smashed: Story of a Drunken Girlhood

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Smashed: Story of a Drunken Girlhood

This memoir explores the personal journey of overcoming alcoholism, detailing the challenges and consequences faced by the author during her formative years. more

Author

Koren Zailckas is an American writer known for her unique writing style and poignant storytelling. Born in 1980, she graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor's degree in English Literature. Her works often focus on personal experiences and emotional exploration, which have won her a large following among readers. more

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