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“Current cant equates fantasy with escapism, and current fashion would have it that fantasy is both easy to read and to write. It isn't. When it is done honestly, by a skillful writer, fantasy takes us far enough beyond our daily perceptions to open us to the essential realities beneath it. This is the true goal of all art.”

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Ellen Kushner
Ellen Kushner

Ellen Kushner, born on October 6, 1955, is an American writer whose works span various literary genres, including novels, poetry, and plays. She is known for her in-depth exploration of complex human relationships and her sharp insight into social issues. more

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