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Quote by Rachel Cohn

“I've always been sort of a closet sci-fi geek.”

Quote by Rachel Cohn

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Rachel Cohn is an American author born on December 14, 1968. She is known for her works in young adult literature and novels, which have gained popularity among readers. more

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