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“They're sort of ancillary anyway, friends. I mean, they're important -- everybody knows that; the TV tells you so -- but they come and go. You lose one friend, you pick up another.”

Quote by Ned Vizzini

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Ned Vizzini was an American author renowned for his contributions to young adult literature. Born on April 4, 1981, his writing often tackled themes of identity and adolescence, earning him a dedicated following among young readers. Vizzini's distinctive style, marked by its humor and emotional intensity, left a lasting impression on the genre. He passed away on December 19, 2013. more

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