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“Gina always believed there was magic in the world. "But it doesn't work in the way it does in fairy tales," she told me. "It doesn't save us. We have to save ourselves.”

Quote by Charles de Lint

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Charles de Lint

Charles de Lint, born on December 22, 1951, is a renowned Canadian writer known for his fantasy literature and folk tales. His works span various forms, including short stories, novels, and poetry, and have been translated into multiple languages. De Lint's writing style is unique, characterized by rich imagination and deep understanding of folk tales. more

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