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I want to be a writer. I do not want to spend 40 hours a week handling e-mails, formatting covers, finding editors, etc.

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Amanda Hocking
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: July 12
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Don’t be a hero,” I told him sternly. “Protect yourself.
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Wendy: Why are you staring at me? Finn: Because you're standing in front of me.
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My mama didn't raise any fools and she didn't raise any heroes.
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I don't care where I come from or who you are. I can make you happy, and you make me happy. We could have a happily ever after.
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