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Hugh Howey

Hugh Howey

Born: 01-01-1975

Hugh Howey is a bestselling American author renowned for his science fiction and dystopian novels, particularly the "Silo" series, beginning with the novel "Wool." His self-publishing success story has inspired many indie authors. Before writing full-time, Howey worked in various fields, including as a bookseller and yacht captain. His engaging storytelling and richly imagined worlds have earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim.

Quotes

The measure of a person's character is what they would do if they knew they would never be found out.

Hugh Howey

characterintegrity

Fear is the most basic emotion we have. Fear is primal. Fear sells.

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fear

Sometimes, the best way to find out who you are is to get to that place where you don't have to be anything else.

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self-discovery

We all have our little tricks to get through the day.

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copingsurvival

Love is a chain of love as nature is a chain of life.

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love

Sometimes, a fantasy is all you need to get by.

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fantasy

We all have our reasons for living.

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purpose

Silence is as loud as you let it be.

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silencepeace

Hope is the strongest force in the universe.

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hope

Sometimes, the only way to win is to refuse to play.

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strategy

The truth is a beautiful and terrible thing, and should therefore be treated with caution.

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truth

Fear can make you do more wrong than hate or jealousy.

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fear