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“Two things I do well in books are sex and violence, but I don't want gratuitous sex or violence. The sex and violence are only as graphic as need be. And never included unless it furthers the plot or character development”

Quote by Laurell K. Hamilton

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Laurell K. Hamilton

Laurell K. Hamilton is an American author renowned for her best-selling novel series 'Harry Potter'. Born on February 19, 1963, she is a prolific writer whose works span a variety of literary genres including fantasy, horror, and romance. more

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