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Reena and Other Stories

This book is a compilation of narratives that revolve around the central figure Reena, exploring various themes and situations through her perspective. more

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Paule Marshall
Paule Marshall

Paule Marshall is an American author known for her novels that often explore themes of race, gender, and social identity. Her most famous works include 'Praisesong for the Widow' and 'The Chosen Place, The Time'. Born on April 9, 1929, Marshall's writing has had a profound impact on contemporary literature. more

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“I am fairly embraced by the Hollywood community, and I love making movies and I love acting, but I'm not real crazy about the Hollywood system. So the fact that they embrace me is a shock to me because I tell them to kiss my ass all the time. I don't understand why they haven't thrown me out on my ear. The other thing is I don't participate much. I have very few friends within the movie community. I hang out with some guys I've known forever. They're all broke and eat me out of house and home. But I stay home mostly and I don't go to the parties. Maybe that preserves me.”