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“Think of the actual physical elements that compose our bodies: we are 98 percent hydrogen and oxygen and carbon. That's table sugar. You are made of the same stuff as table sugar. Just a couple of tiny differences here and there and look what happened to the sugar: it can stand upright and send tweets.”

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This Is How: Proven Aid in Overcoming Shyness, Molestation, Fatness, Spinsterhood, Grief, Disease, Lushery, Decrepitude & More. For Young and Old Alike.

This book provides a comprehensive collection of strategies and insights to help individuals navigate and overcome a range of personal and societal issues. It addresses topics like shyness, molestation, obesity, spinsterhood, grief, illness, indulgence, and aging, aiming to offer support and guidance for both young and old readers. more

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Augusten Burroughs
Augusten Burroughs

Augusten Burroughs is an American writer born on October 23, 1965. Known for his memoirs, his works, such as 'Dry' and 'Running with Scissors,' have gained widespread popularity and critical acclaim. more

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