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“If you’re the kind of person who does not like to read about suffering and bloodshed and tears, why don’t you just pretend the day did end there, and close this book right now? On the other hand, if you’re the kind of person who does like reading about suffering and bloodshed and tears, may I politely ask… well, what is wrong with you?”

Quote by Adam Gidwitz

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In a Glass Grimmly

In this unique collection, the author reimagines well-known fairy tales with a twist of macabre humor and a modern sensibility, blending the familiar with the unsettling. more

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Adam Gidwitz
Adam Gidwitz

Adam Gidwitz, born on February 14, 1982, is a renowned children's literature author. His works are known for their humor, fantasy, and profound themes, which have won the hearts of many readers. more

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