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“If you try to make your circle closed and exclusively yours, it never grows very much. Only a circle that has lots of room for anybody who needs it has enough spare space to hold any real magic.”

Quote by Zilpha Keatley Snyder

Book:Black and Blue Magic

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Black and Blue Magic

This book delves into the world of magic, examining its influence on individuals and society, and the complex interplay between the mystical and the everyday. more

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Zilpha Keatley Snyder

Zilpha Keatley Snyder was an American author of children's literature, renowned for her unique imagination and profound insight. Her works spanned a variety of styles, from fantasy to realism, and were greatly beloved by readers. more

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