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“I'm about going out in the world and noticing stuff, and going home and writing it down, and putting it next to other stuff I've noticed and seeing what happens.”

Quote by Pam Houston

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Pam Houston is an American author born on January 9, 1962. Her works are characterized by their natural setting and exploration of human emotions and survival states. Her unique writing style has won her a dedicated following. more

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