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I was thinking that work is like fertilizer in that I'm glad it exists I just don't ever want to get stuck in it.
Brandon Sanderson
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Brandon Sanderson
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: December 19
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I killed you once, the Lord Ruler said, turning back to Kelsier. You tried, Kelsier replied, his voice loud and firm, carrying across the square. But you can't kill me, Lord Tyrant. I represent that thing you've never been able to kill no matter how hard you try. I am hope.
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