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“Whenever someone asks me craft questions like that I feel like I can give one of two answers. I can give the academy answer and say that it was very deliberate and I had a plan in mind and I executed that plan exactly to the letter. But this isn't the case.”

Quote by Ron Currie Jr.

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Ron Currie Jr., born in 1975, is an accomplished American author known for his unique literary style and profound thematic explorations. His works often blend philosophy, religion, and science fiction, captivating readers worldwide. more

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