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“I had to detach myself from myself, if that makes any sense, to conjure an authentic first-person voice. In that sense, it was similar to writing a first-person novel. But I was writing about real people, not fictional ones - myself, my family, my friends and boyfriends and ex-husband, and that was extremely tricky.”

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Kate Christensen

Kate Christensen is an American novelist known for her distinctive narrative style and profound portrayal of Southern American culture. Her works often explore themes of family, love, identity, and class, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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