I don't keep any copy of my books around... they would embarass me. When I finish writing my books, I kick them in the belly, and have done with them. (Ludwig Bemelmans)

I don't keep any copy of my books around... they would embarass me. When I finish writing my books, I kick them in the belly, and have done with them.

Ludwig Bemelmans

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