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“When you have been writing for a lot of years, you have to make an effort not to start repeating yourself. It occurred to me that I tended to tread certain ground automatically, because it was comfortable, but that there were areas I avoided automatically because they made me nervous.”

Quote by Merrill Markoe

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Merrill Markoe is an American author born on August 13, 1948. Her works span various literary genres, including novels and essays. Markoe is known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into social issues. more

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