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“Waiting required a future to wait for: a falsehood. I know now that there is only now. I remember things that happened months (or what is years?) ago: old -worn-out nows. The future happens, but it is always shaped from a series of nows.”

Quote by Kij Johnson

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Kij Johnson is an American science fiction writer known for her unique narrative style and profound thematic explorations. Her works often blend literary elements with science fiction, delving into the relationship between humanity, technology, and nature. Johnson's writing has been recognized with multiple awards in the science fiction community, including the Hugo and Nebula Awards. more

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