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“Listen baby, Muver love you. Muver not dumb. Listen baby: ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. Thas the alphabet. Twenty- six letters in all. Them letters make up words. Them words everything.”

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Sapphire
Sapphire

Sapphire, born Patricia Williams, is an American author known for her distinctive literary style and profound insights into social issues. Born on August 4, 1950, she grew up in New York City, experiencing poverty and racial discrimination. Her works often explore themes of race, class, and gender, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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