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“I think about the Old Ones, that they have a past but no history. I think about the inevitability of death, and whether it’s not that very inevitability that inspires us to take photographs and make scrapbooks and tell stories. That that’s how we humans find our way to immortality. This is not a new thought; I’ve had such thoughts before. But I have a new thought now. That that’s how we find our way toward meaning. Meaning. If you’re going to die, you want to find meaning in life. You want to connect the dots.”

Quote by Franny Billingsley

Book:Chime
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Chime

Chime is a story that delves into the complexities of family relationships and the mysterious occurrences that intertwine with the protagonist's life in a small town. The narrative weaves together elements of the supernatural with personal growth and self-discovery. more

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Franny Billingsley
Franny Billingsley

Franny Billingsley is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on July 3, 1954, she has a passion for writing that has fueled a series of novels beloved by readers. more

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