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Quote by Anne Tyler

“Once your mind is caught on the right snag, there's nothing so hard about the mechanics of writing.”

Quote by Anne Tyler

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Anne Tyler is a renowned American contemporary novelist, born on October 25, 1941. Her works are known for their delicate psychological portrayals and unique narrative style, and she has won numerous American literary awards. more

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