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“You get a lot of narrative energy from people who make really big mistakes, who act against their best interests, who do things that turn out to have serious consequences. It's very hard make a story out of people doing the right thing over and over again.”

Quote by Kelly Link

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Kelly Link, born in July 1969, is an accomplished editor with extensive experience in the publishing industry. She has worked for several renowned publishers, where she has been responsible for editing and planning various projects. Link is known for her keen insight and passion for literature, making significant contributions to the development of the publishing industry. more

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