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Writing Quote by Junot Diaz

“I always individuate myself from other writers who say they would die if they couldn't write. For me, I'd die if I couldn't read.” quote by Junot Diaz — Download Open image

“I always individuate myself from other writers who say they would die if they couldn't write. For me, I'd die if I couldn't read.”

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