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“I usually begin a poem in longhand. I like to sit where I have a nice view, ideally, although I worked on haiku this weekend at an airport. I'm not one to romanticize inspiration. I try to get to the work.”

Quote by Pat Mora

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Pat Mora is an American author born in 1942. Her works focus on children's literature and have gained widespread popularity. Mora's books often explore themes of multiculturalism and family values, and have been translated into multiple languages and spread globally. more

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