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Remember, despite the fact that this book is being sold as a 'fantasy' novel, you must take all of the things it says extremely seriously, as they are quite important, are in no way silly, and always make sense. Rutabaga.

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Brandon Sanderson
Age: 48
Born: 1975
Born: December 19
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