“Don't try to anticipate an ideal reader - or any reader. He/she might exist - but is reading someone else.”
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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