Nothing is too long or too short either if you have a true and interesting tale and what I call a "graphic" writing style combined with educational aims. (Charles Portis)

Nothing is too long or too short either if you have a true and interesting tale and what I call a "graphic" writing style combined with educational aims.

Charles Portis

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