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“Of course I wasn't abused. If I were; things would be so simple. I'd have a reason to for being in a shrinks office. I'd have a justification and something to work on. The world wasn't going to give me something that tidy.”

Quote by Ned Vizzini

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Ned Vizzini was an American author renowned for his contributions to young adult literature. Born on April 4, 1981, his writing often tackled themes of identity and adolescence, earning him a dedicated following among young readers. Vizzini's distinctive style, marked by its humor and emotional intensity, left a lasting impression on the genre. He passed away on December 19, 2013. more

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