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Quote by Steven Moffat

“I think of myself as a writer with a sense of humour rather than a comedy writer. Happy to tell a story with lots of jokes in it - I wouldn't know how to do jokes without the story.”

Quote by Steven Moffat

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Steven Moffat is a renowned British television writer, born on November 18, 1961. He is known for his unique sense of humor and profound understanding of science fiction and fantasy genres, serving as a key writer for the television series 'Doctor Who' and 'Sherlock'. more

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