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“Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve, and contribute to improving our quality of life. Libraries change lives for the better.”

Quote by Sidney Sheldon

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Sidney Sheldon was a renowned American writer known for his suspense and romance novels. His works were widely popular and often adapted into films and television series. Born on February 11, 1917, Sheldon passed away on January 30, 2007. more

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