“I'll tell you the secret. When you begin with a character, you want to begin by creating a villain.”
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Dorothy Allison
Dorothy Allison is an American writer known for her incisive social commentary and feminist literary works. Her writing often focuses on marginalized and overlooked groups, particularly women and the LGBTQ+ community. Born on April 11, 1949, Allison's writing career is marked by a deep exploration of issues related to gender, class, and race. more
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