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Jun 6, 2023Liked by Sitting in Silence

Laughed out loud at the pentagram and black candles part! Great essay, Maurice.

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Thank you, Jules! 🤣

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This newsletter/episode gave my heart wings. Thank you so much both for the sacrifice element and the advice to let characters be free.

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Thank you, Nicole! 🌺

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Jun 6, 2023Liked by Sitting in Silence

This was poignant and brilliant and funny. I'm battling with this very issue right now. Thank you.

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You're welcome. Thanks for reading!🧡

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Jun 6, 2023Liked by Sitting in Silence

I love this. Thank you for sharing. All characters need their true voice. I celebrate that!

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You're welcome, Dan! 🌟

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Hi Maurice

Could you give me names of some writers who have affected you? I truly into your writing. Thanks!

Suet

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Sure: Ernest Gaines, Toni Morrison, Ralph Ellison, Vladimir Nabokov, Susan Choi, Karisma Price, Ada Limon, Chris Claremont, Kiese Laymon, Jamila Minnicks, and many many others!

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