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“Certainly working with teens keeps me up to date with language and with certain kinds of thinking. I often feel like I have to go back to that 17-year-old Chris Crutcher, and that forms the core voice. I can draw on teens from 1964 to 2001 to find a part of the voice I need.”

Quote by Chris Crutcher

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Chris Crutcher is an American novelist known for his profound insights and realistic portrayals of adolescent life. His works often explore themes such as growth, family, friendship, and identity, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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