“I was aware that he was laughing at me, but I told myself I didn't care what other people thought and would dress how I liked. Of course, like many self-consciously wacky people, I was in fact paralyzed by fear of the opinions of others and made the effort to appear as the maddest of the mad headbangers just in case anyone had the slightest lingering doubt as to the depth of my devotion. In fact, I think my disguise felt so fragile I couldn't allow it a single crack. If I did it might fall to bits and leave the real me shrivelling under the evaluating gaze of my peer group.”
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The Elfish Gene: Dungeons, Dragons And Growing Up Strange
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Mark Barrowcliffe
Mark Barrowcliffe, born on January 1, 1964, is a British writer whose works span various literary genres, including novels, plays, and poetry. Barrowcliffe is known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more
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