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“The best advice I can give to any aspiring author is to write every single day. Work at the craft of writing. Take it seriously.”

Quote by Andrea Davis Pinkney

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Andrea Davis Pinkney

Andrea Davis Pinkney is an American author renowned for her works in children's and young adult literature. Her books cover themes such as history, race, and social justice, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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