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“The most common human act that writing a novel resembles is lying. The working novelist lies daily, very complexly, and at great length.”

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William Gibson
William Gibson

William Gibson, born on March 17, 1948, is a renowned science fiction novelist from Canada. His works are known for their unique futurist style and profound insights into technological development, making him a representative figure in the cyberpunk literary genre. more

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