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“Please do not blame the story. The story cannot help itself. We do not realize it at the time, but sometimes the story we are all a part of is not just a story about Vikings and islands and dragons. It is a story about growing up. And one of the things about growing up, one of the inescapable, inevitable laws, is that one day... One day... one day... It is going to happen. I am sorry, but it's true.”

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Book:How to Steal a Dragon's Sword

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Cressida Cowell

Cressida Cowell is a celebrated author of children's literature, particularly known for her fantasy and adventure stories. Born on April 15, 1966, she has penned numerous books that have captivated the imaginations of young readers around the globe. more

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