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Quote by Amy Hempel

“I do feel that if you can write one good sentence and then another good sentence and then another, you end up with a good story.”

Quote by Amy Hempel

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Amy Hempel is an American writer renowned for her concise and profound short stories. Her work often delves into themes of interpersonal relationships, loneliness, and death, earning her acclaim from readers and critics alike. more

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