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“To help us not to remember what we're afraid of, what the human race has invented whole religions to conceal. All religions are like stories people told by the fire when there was nothing but the fire and stories to keep off the cold and the dark, because people couldn't bear to know what was out there beyond the light.”

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Midnight Sun

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Ramsey Campbell
Ramsey Campbell

Ramsey Campbell, born on January 4, 1946, is a renowned British author of horror fiction. His works are known for their unique atmosphere and profound philosophical insights, earning him the title of 'King of Horror' among readers and critics. more

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