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“We are terrible for each other, and, yes, we are a disaster. But tell me your heart doesn't race for a hurricane or a burning building. I'd rather die terrified than live forever.”

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Joey Comeau
Joey Comeau

Joey Comeau is a Canadian writer born on September 26, 1980. Known for his humorous and self-deprecating style, he has written in various forms including novels, essays, and blogs. more

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