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Quote by Jane Espenson

“I watch a lot of TV, but I find that recently it's largely oddball stuff. Scripted stuff sometimes feels like homework, like I'm scoping out the competition or something.”

Quote by Jane Espenson

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Jane Espenson is an American television writer known for her work in science fiction and fantasy. Born on July 14, 1964, she has been involved in the writing of several renowned television series since the 1990s, including 'Star Trek: Voyager', 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', and 'Firefly'. Espenson is praised for her handling of complex characters and deep themes. more

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