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“I didn't set out to write a book with no real male characters, but men were not important to my narrator, who was much more interested in maternal and pseudo-maternal love, so they were unimportant to me. I didn't even notice the lack of men in the story until I finished it. But once I did notice it, I was kind of delighted. Apparently, my subconscious is totally sexist.”

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Janice Erlbaum
Janice Erlbaum

Janice Erlbaum, born in 1969, is an accomplished American poet known for her unique style and profound insights into life. Her works have gained popularity among readers for their distinctive character and deep reflections on life. more

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