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Quote by Niki Burnham

“I hate when counselors and teachers blame everything on low self-esteem in teens. Some of us actually have self-esteem, believe it or not. And when we make mistakes, it's not because of a defect in our psyche. We screw up just because.”

Quote by Niki Burnham

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Niki Burnham is a talented author born in 1970. Her works span a variety of genres, including novels, young adult literature, and adult fiction. Known for her deep emotional storytelling and rich imagination, Burnham's books have garnered a wide readership. more

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