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Quote by Terry Brooks

“What I want to write about has changed somewhat, and the scope of the storytelling has changed accordingly.”

Quote by Terry Brooks

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Terry Brooks is a distinguished American fantasy writer, recognized for his epic fantasy series, The Sword of Shannara. Born on January 8, 1944, he has made a significant impact on the fantasy genre with his imaginative storytelling and richly detailed worlds. more

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