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“Some people have an unrealistic expectation when it comes to getting published; the fact is most publishers will turn down your work which is why you need to be persistent.”

Quote by Judith Guest

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Judith Guest is an American novelist renowned for her work 'Falling Away', which was first published in 1971 and won the Pulitzer Prize. Her works often delve into family and interpersonal relationships, characterized by their nuanced emotional depth and insightful observations. more

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