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“I've always been a bookworm. As I mentioned, I moved around a lot, and one of the problems with being the new kid is it takes a while to make new friends. But I always had my books.”

Quote by Kirby Larson

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Kirby Larson is an American author known for his works of children's literature. His stories, often set in historical contexts, are engaging and well-received by readers. more

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