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“In America, the stories we tell ourselves and we tell each other in fiction have to do with individualism. Every person here is the center of his or her own story. And our job as people and as characters is to find our own motivations and desires, to overcome conflicts and obstacles toward defining ourselves so that we grow and change.”

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Adam Johnson
Adam Johnson

Adam Johnson is an American novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into social issues. His works often explore the conflicts between individuals and society, as well as the complexities of morality and ethics. more

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