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Quote by Grace Paley

“I begin by writing paragraphs that don’t have an immediate relation to a plot. The sound of the story comes first.”

Quote by Grace Paley

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Grace Paley was an American writer born on December 11, 1922, and passed away on August 22, 2007. Known for her concise language and profound emotional depth, her works primarily focus on family, love, and social issues. more

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