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“There are books that a writer undertakes because she wants to go on a journey, and there are journeys a writer undertakes because she wants to write a book.”

Quote by Dani Shapiro

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Dani Shapiro is an acclaimed American author born on April 10, 1962. She is known for her works in the genres of fiction, essays, and memoirs, which are characterized by their profound emotional depth and delicate prose. more

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