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Quote by Christopher Bollen

“In a lot of ways, work was my graduate school.”

Quote by Christopher Bollen

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Christopher Bollen

Christopher Bollen, born on November 26, 1975, is an accomplished American novelist known for his distinctive narrative style and profound insights into modern society. more

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