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“You must learn to take a step back and visualize the whole piece. If you focus only on the thread given to you, you lose sight of what it can become.”

Quote by Colleen Houck

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Colleen Houck is an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels. Her works blend elements of mythology, magic, and adventure, which are highly appreciated by young readers. more

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