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“The way British publishing works is that you go from not being published no matter how good you are, to being published no matter how bad you are.”

Quote by Tibor Fischer

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Tibor Fischer is a British novelist known for his unique humor and satirical style. His works often focus on themes of immigration and multicultural backgrounds, exploring issues of identity, belonging, and cultural conflict. Born on November 15, 1959, in Hungary, Fischer immigrated to the UK in the late 1970s, and his personal experiences deeply influenced his writing. more

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