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“And everyone knows I’m a mad scientist. It’s amazing what everyone knows, isn’t it? Usually what everyone knows is insulting and sort of ableist, because the people who know everything always seem to think of themselves as being perfectly normal. But that’s neither here nor there.”

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Book:Please Do Not Taunt the Octopus
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Please Do Not Taunt the Octopus

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Mira Grant
Mira Grant

Mira Grant is an American author known for her works in science fiction and horror. Her novels often blend political satire with elements of science fiction, earning her a dedicated fan base. more

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