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“One of her secret fantasies had been that, as a girl who could code, she would work in the one place where a geeky fat girl could get dates. It had not been entirely untrue. But as someone had pointed out to her in school, although the odds are good, the goods are odd.”

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Maureen F. McHugh
Maureen F. McHugh

Maureen F. McHugh is an American science fiction writer known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into the future. Her works often explore the impact of technological progress, social changes, and the essence of human existence. more

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