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There are a lot of authors in the world, so it's difficult to find a unique niche to present your take on things. That is always a challenge for any author.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: April 16
Actor
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Basketball Coach
Basketball Player
Film Producer
Screenwriter
Television Actor
New York City
New York
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