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Quote by Monica Ali

“I was always an outsider, always standing outside, observing and trying to figure things out. Which is exactly what you need to do as a writer, I suppose.”

Quote by Monica Ali

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Monica Ali is a British writer renowned for her novel 'Brick Lane', which explores the lives of Bangladeshi immigrants in the UK. Her works often delve into themes of identity, cultural conflict, and women's experiences. more

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