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“I'm pleased to have outsold great writers. But I'm not insane - I realize I am a writer people buy to take on vacation.”

Quote by Maeve Binchy

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Maeve Binchy was an Irish novelist known for her warm, humorous, and insightful character portrayals. Her works often focus on the lives of ordinary people, exploring themes such as family, friendship, and love. Born on May 28, 1940, she passed away on July 30, 2012. more

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