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“That’s why it’s difficult to write about your own life. Any distortion feels like a betrayal.”

Quote by Paul Park

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Paul Park
Paul Park

Paul Park, born in 1954, is an American author known for his works in the fields of novels, short stories, and poetry. His writing is characterized by its unique narrative style and profound humanistic concerns. more

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