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“I woke up last night and thought: 'I must call somebody in my next novel Casablanca.' It's such a great name. I don't want to call anybody Fred or Jane or Susan, so when three people get into bed together, you don't know who they are.”

Quote by Jackie Collins

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Jackie Collins, born on October 4, 1937, and passed away on September 19, 2015, was a renowned American novelist. Known for her portrayal of urban life and women's emotions, her works have been beloved by readers worldwide. Collins' novels cover a variety of genres, including romance, suspense, and crime, with 'The Women of Manhattan' and 'The Stud' being particularly famous. more

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