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“I wish I could write while I'm on the road but it never works for me. I need to be sitting still.”

Quote by Jami Attenberg

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Jami Attenberg is an American author born in 1971. She is known for her unique writing style and profound insights into modern life. Attenberg's works often focus on women's experiences and interpersonal relationships, and her novels and short story collections are highly appreciated by readers. more

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