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“I don't read like other people do - back and forth, across the page. I tend to scan a page at a time.”

Quote by Jackie French

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Jackie French is a renowned Australian children's literature author. Born on November 29, 1953, she has a passion for literature since her childhood. Her works are known for their rich imagination and profound emotions, which have won her a wide audience. more

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