“The trouble with magic is that there's too much it just can't fix. When things go wrong, glimpsing junkyard faerie and crows that can turn into girls and back again doesn't help much. The useful magic's never at hand. The three wishes and the genies in bottles, seven-league boots, invisible cloaks and all. They stay in the stories, while out here in the wide world we have to muddle through as best we can on our own.”
Quote by Charles de Lint
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Charles de Lint
Charles de Lint, born on December 22, 1951, is a renowned Canadian writer known for his fantasy literature and folk tales. His works span various forms, including short stories, novels, and poetry, and have been translated into multiple languages. De Lint's writing style is unique, characterized by rich imagination and deep understanding of folk tales. more
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