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Quote by Gary Paulsen

“I read like a wolf eats. I read myself to sleep every night.”

Quote by Gary Paulsen

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Gary Paulsen is a renowned American writer, born on May 17, 1939. His works primarily focus on young adult literature and have gained great popularity among readers. Paulsen's writing style is unique, adept at conveying life philosophies through stories. more

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