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“I'd say it's never a challenge to present white and heteronormative privilege. The hard thing is to write any other way.”

Quote by Nell Zink

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Nell Zink is an American novelist born in 1964. Her works are known for their unique humor and satirical style, exploring themes such as society, politics, and personal identity. more

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