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One of the greatest gifts my father gave me – unintentionally – was witnessing the courage with which he bore adversity.

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Stories can conquer fear, you know. They can make the heart bigger.

If you are working in an office, where do you find the time to write a novel? But you can finish a short story in five pages. Furthermore, a short story is a perfect place to learn the craft.

April 23, 2024

If you are working in an office, where do you find the time to write a novel? But you can finish a short story in five pages. Furthermore, a short story is a perfect place to learn the craft.

April 23, 2024

One of the greatest gifts my father gave me – unintentionally – was witnessing the courage with which he bore adversity.

Ben Okri

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Stories can conquer fear, you know. They can make the heart bigger.

If you are working in an office, where do you find the time to write a novel? But you can finish a short story in five pages. Furthermore, a short story is a perfect place to learn the craft.

If you are working in an office, where do you find the time to write a novel? But you can finish a short story in five pages. Furthermore, a short story is a perfect place to learn the craft.

Stories can conquer fear, you know. They can make the heart bigger.

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