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“You know what I like best about looking at the stars? Not the stars themselves, but all those empty spaces between the stars. That's where I can imagine traveling for ever and ever. That's where I can imagine infinity.”

Quote by T.A. Barron

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T.A. Barron
T.A. Barron

T.A. Barron is an American writer known for his fantasy literature. His works often blend historical, mythological, and adventurous elements, making them popular among young readers. more

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