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“Looks like Kelsey wins the award for early riser. And doesn’t she look purtier than a pat of butter meltin’ all over a stack of griddle cakes?”

Quote by Colleen Houck

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Colleen Houck
Colleen Houck

Colleen Houck is an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels. Her works blend elements of mythology, magic, and adventure, which are highly appreciated by young readers. more

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