“You know, there are good reasons to learn how to read. Poetry isn't one of them. I mean, so what if two roads go two ways in a wood? So what? Who cares if it made all that big a difference? What difference? And why should I have to guess what the difference is? Isn't that what he's supposed to say? Why can't poets just say what they want to say and then shut up?”
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Gary D. Schmidt
Gary D. Schmidt is an American author renowned for his young adult novels. Born in 1957, he has made a significant impact on the genre with his poignant and thought-provoking works. His writing frequently delves into themes of family, friendship, and the challenges of adolescence. more
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