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“Working with somebody who has a more interesting life than I do - and getting to take on that life temporarily - is an endlessly interesting way to have the experience of writing memoir.”

Quote by Hilary Liftin

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Hilary Liftin, born in 1969, is a mysterious artist known for her unique style and personal touch in her work. more

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