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" A writer needs to write, period. He or she can't wait for the muse, shouldn't need peace and quiet, and isn't entitled to perfect conditions or the perfect spot. "

Robert J. Sawyer

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Robert J. Sawyer

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" My mother is an American. "

Robert J. Sawyer

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" I think most people are indifferent in their evaluation of what is good or bad. "