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You'll work hard to create characters that are compelling and unforgettable. But in the end, it's the story that matters.

James Dashner

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James Dashner
Age: 51
Born: 1972
Born: November 26
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Science Fiction Writer
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Cobb County
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James Smith Dashner
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