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Holly Black

Holly Black

Born: 11-09-1971

Holly Black is a bestselling American author renowned for her contributions to the fantasy genre, particularly young adult fiction. She co-created "The Spiderwick Chronicles" series and captivated readers with "The Folk of the Air" trilogy. Known for her immersive world-building and complex characters, Black's work often explores themes of magic and the supernatural. Her distinctive storytelling has earned her numerous accolades and a dedicated global fanbase.

Quotes

Curiosity is a luxury reserved for the financially secure.

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curiosityfinancial security

Sometimes it's better to have a reputation for being bad than no reputation at all.

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reputation

Trust is a dangerous thing. Once it's gone, it's gone.

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trust

In my experience, the truth is rarely pure and never simple.

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truth

When you can't trust anyone, you learn to trust in yourself.

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trustself-reliance

Family is a tricky thing. It's hard to know when you should keep trying and when you should just give up.

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family

Sometimes, the best way to hide something is to flaunt it.

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hiding

Money can't buy happiness, but it can buy power, and that's almost the same thing.

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moneypower

Love is a dangerous game. It has the power to both save and destroy you.

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love

Secrets have a way of coming out, no matter how well you think you've hidden them.

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secrets

Sometimes, the people you trust the most are the ones who will betray you.

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trustbetrayal

Power is not always about physical strength. It's about influence and control.

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power