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“My books flow. People say they pick them up and they can't put them down. It's because when I'm writing them I pick my pen up and I cannot put my pen down.”

Quote by Jackie Collins

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Jackie Collins, born on October 4, 1937, and passed away on September 19, 2015, was a renowned American novelist. Known for her portrayal of urban life and women's emotions, her works have been beloved by readers worldwide. Collins' novels cover a variety of genres, including romance, suspense, and crime, with 'The Women of Manhattan' and 'The Stud' being particularly famous. more

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