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“I just wished there was more room in my little body to accommodate all these violent wild feelings that kept screaming around inside me. I already had so much stuff squashed in there - liver and appendix and intestines and heart and all that junk. There was absolutely no room for feelings. But they still managed to squeeze in somewhere. Most of them lived in my stomach - a whole huge mess of them in there - but some kept crawling over my hands, and some stuck in my throat like I'd swallowed a doorknob.”

Quote by John Marsden

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Darkness, Be My Friend

This book delves into the complexities of human relationships and the psychological effects of darkness, offering a unique perspective on the human condition. more

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John Marsden
John Marsden

John Marsden, born on September 27, 1950, is an Australian writer known for his works in young adult literature. His books often explore themes of growth, family, and identity, and have gained popularity among readers. more

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