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Quote by Barbara Park

“And sometimes when you're very mixed-up inside, you do things you know you shouldn't do.”

Quote by Barbara Park

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Barbara Park, an American children's literature author, was born on April 21, 1947, and passed away on November 15, 2013. She is best known for her popular 'Judy Blume' series, which tells the story of a lively girl named Judy Blume and has been beloved by children around the world. more

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