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“People always ask about my influences, and they cite a bunch of people I've never heard of”

Quote by Norton Juster

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Norton Juster is an American author renowned for his children's literature. His most famous work, 'Charlotte's Web,' has been a beloved classic since its publication in 1952. Beyond children's literature, Juster has also ventured into adult fiction and poetry. more

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