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“In my memoir, I admit that I've been as fearful of success as of failure. In fact, when 'Passages' was published, I so dreaded bad reviews that I ran away to Italy with a girlfriend and our children to hide out.”

Quote by Gail Sheehy

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Gail Sheehy is an American author known for her autobiographical works and her research on personal growth. Her books delve into the themes of personal development and life stages, enjoying widespread popularity among readers. more

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