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“Your obligation as writers is to distinguish yourself. … The ultimate result should be a book that you write that no one else could have written.”

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David Morrell
David Morrell

David Morrell is an American novelist known for his suspense and thriller novels. His works often blend historical and fictional elements to create engaging stories. Born on April 24, 1943, Morrell's writing career began in the 1970s. more

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