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“I would never tell myself, you have to write 20 pages today or something. But I do try to show up. Read what I wrote, fix things.”

Quote by Celeste Ng

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Celeste Ng is a contemporary American writer known for her insightful social commentary and delicate emotional portrayal. Her works often focus on family, identity, and racial issues, and have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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