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" Most people associate reading with laying on the beach. They don't see that it's crucial for a democracy! "

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" I'm ever curious about the world. I'm driven to go out and find new things to write about. Having a vivid imagination is also a plus. "

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" The military is a very cool world to write about. I went down to Ft. Benning, Ga., for military training, and I learned a lot about soldiers and officers and why they joined up and what their life has been like. "