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Quote by Jane Yolen

“Fairy Tales always have a happy ending.' That depends... on whether you are Rumpelstiltskin or the Queen.”

Quote by Jane Yolen

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Jane Yolen is an American author known for her extensive work in the field of children's literature, born on February 11, 1939. Her writings span across various genres, including children's literature, adult fiction, and poetry, renowned for their vivid imagination and profound emotional depth. more

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