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“The O. Henry has become lingua franca among writers for saying, 'That guy can write a story.' It's prestigious, respected, coveted, dreamed about. It's very satisfying to be included in this group of writers. Here's a koan: Could O. Henry win an O. Henry?”

Quote by Tony D'Souza

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Tony D'Souza, born on July 2, 1974, is an Indian-American novelist known for his works that explore social issues such as race, identity, and class, which have gained him a wide readership. more

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