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“I could lay here and read all night. I am not able to fall asleep without reading. You have the time when your brain has nothing to do so it rambles. I fool my brain out of that by making it read until it shuts off. I just think it is best to do something right up until you fall asleep.”

Quote by Kaye Gibbons

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Ellen Foster

In this coming-of-age story, Ellen Foster, a young girl, navigates the complexities of her unconventional upbringing and discovers her own strength and independence amidst the challenges of her life. more

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Kaye Gibbons
Kaye Gibbons

Kaye Gibbons is an American novelist born on May 5, 1960. Her works are known for their delicate emotions and profound social insights, mainly exploring themes of family, love, and identity recognition. more

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