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I make up stories that take place in real space with real people. If I could convert this into a technique for experimental novels, I might really be onto something.
John Darnielle
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John Darnielle
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: March 16
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There are real teachers out there I don't pretend to have their mantle.
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