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“I will find you another long-forgotten Queen Mab poem in no time. Depend on it. I refuse to let Cody or anyone else know more about English Literature than me. So calm yourself, Elfish, and let an expert take over.”

Quote by Martin Millar

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Dreams of Sex and Stage Diving

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Martin Millar
Martin Millar

Martin Millar is a British writer born in Scotland in 1959. Known for his humor and satirical style, he primarily writes fantasy and science fiction novels. Millar's career began in the 1980s, with his first novel, 'The Time Traveler's Wife', receiving widespread acclaim. more

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