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“I wanted the world to sit back and listen up, and let me explain to it that when someone is sad and hopeless, the last thing they need to feel is that they are the only ones in the world with that feeling. So, if you feel sorry for someone, don’t pretend to be happy. Don’t pretend to care only about their problems. People aren’t stupid. Not all of us, anyway.”

Quote by John Corey Whaley

Work

Where Things Come Back

This book explores themes of environmentalism, identity, and the supernatural through the lens of a young protagonist who discovers that the return of a unique creature to his hometown is more than a simple event. more

Author

John Corey Whaley
John Corey Whaley

John Corey Whaley is an American writer born on January 19, 1984. His works are acclaimed for their unique narrative style and profound insights into the lives of teenagers. more

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