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I write almost entirely in bed or on a couch with my feet up on the coffee table. I feel most creative when Im looking out the window, and my bed and couch have nice views of the New York skyline.

Gary Shteyngart

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Gary Shteyngart
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: July 5
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