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Quote by Jeffrey Carver

“Practise, practise, practise writing. Writing is a craft that requires both talent and acquired skills. You learn by doing, by making mistakes and then seeing where you went wrong.”

Quote by Jeffrey Carver

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Jeffrey Carver, born on August 25, 1949, is a renowned science fiction author known for his imaginative storytelling, profound themes, and unique narrative style. more

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