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“You can't appreciate a great day unless you've experienced bad ones." - Rabbi Glassman”

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Simone Elkeles is an American author born on April 24, 1970. Her works primarily focus on the lives of teenagers and interpersonal relationships, winning widespread acclaim for her realistic and delicate writing style. more

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