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“A baseball bat could not have hit me harder than that smile did. I was sixteen years old. In that time, how many thousands of smiles had been aimed at me? so why did this one feel like the first?”

Quote by Jerry Spinelli

Book:The Stargirl Collection

Work

The Stargirl Collection

This collection brings together various stories and narratives centered around the enigmatic character Stargirl, offering readers a diverse exploration of her adventures and experiences. more

Author

Jerry Spinelli is a renowned American children's literature writer, born on February 1, 1941. His works are known for their humor, depth, and imaginative storytelling, enjoying great popularity among readers. His representative works include 'Stargirl' and 'Maniac Magee'. more

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