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“[I am more than happy to invite my five favorite fictional characters.]Roland Deschain from Stephen King's Dark Tower series. There's a whole world about Roland left to know. I've got questions. He'd have answers. So pour him a glass of wine.”

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Megan Chance, born on December 31, 1959, is an accomplished American author known for her historical novels. Her works focus on the roles and experiences of women in the historical process. more

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