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David Almond

David Almond

Born: 05-14-1951

David Almond is an acclaimed British author known for his captivating children's and young adult novels. His debut book, "Skellig," won the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Children's Book Award. Almond's work often blends magical realism with themes of transformation and identity. With a background in teaching and publishing, he has penned numerous novels, short stories, and plays, earning a reputation for his lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling.

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The sky is full of countless shining stars, each one a story waiting to be told.

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Sometimes you have to look at the world in a different way.

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Our lives are made from a thousand tiny moments.

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Words are like nets - we hope they'll cover what we mean, but we know they can't possibly hold that much joy, or grief, or wonder.

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I think there's no shame in being different. Sometimes it's the people who are different that are the only ones who can see the world for what it really is.

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The best things in life are the ones we can't explain.

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Imagination is the most powerful force in the universe.

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Sometimes you have to let go of what you thought was true and open your mind to new possibilities.

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Dreams are the whispers of our souls, guiding us towards our true selves.

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Every person has a story worth telling, if only we take the time to listen.

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The world is a vast and mysterious place, filled with wonders waiting to be discovered.

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The power of words can change the world, if only we choose them wisely.

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