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“If you truly are going to be a writer, there must be somewhere within you the drive, the desire, to put pen to paper, fingers to keyboard, and actually write.”

Quote by Kaye Dacus

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Kaye Dacus
Kaye Dacus

Kaye Dacus is an American author known for her works in the genres of fantasy and science fiction. Her writing style is unique and has gained her a dedicated following among readers. more

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