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“You can hope all you want for a happy ending, but sometimes, like it or not, the guy writing your story is working on a tragedy; you may not even be the main character.”

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Shalom Auslander
Shalom Auslander

Shalom Auslander is an American author born in 1970. Known for his satirical and humorous style, his works delve into issues of personal identity, religion, and morality. more

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