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“How fishy on the fishiness scale? Ten is a stickleback and one is a whale shark." "A whale isn't a fish, Thursday." "A whale shark is--sort of." "All right, it's as fishy as a crayfish." "A crayfish isn't a fish." "A starfish, then." "Still not a fish." "This is a very odd conversation, Thursday.”

Quote by Jasper Fforde

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Lost in a Good Book

This book is a light-hearted and imaginative tale that follows the adventures of a character deeply immersed in the world of literature. The protagonist's love for books and reading leads them on a whimsical journey, filled with references to classic literature and a playful take on the bookish life. more

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Jasper Fforde
Jasper Fforde

Jasper Fforde is a British novelist known for his unique sense of humor and his skillful blending of reality and fantasy. His works are characterized by complex narrative structures and rich imagination, which have won him a wide readership. more

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