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“At this stage I am not involved with young adults as closely as many other writers. My children are grown up and my grandchildren are still quite young.”

Quote by Margaret Mahy

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Margaret Mahy was a renowned New Zealand children's author, known for her rich imagination and profound emotional depth in her works. Born on March 21, 1936, she passed away on July 23, 2012. Her writing career spanned over half a century, bringing joy to children around the world. more

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