I have to do more close research and fact checking for the science fiction. This is not however to say that writing good fantasy does not involve doing good research. (Sarah Zettel)

I have to do more close research and fact checking for the science fiction. This is not however to say that writing good fantasy does not involve doing good research.

Sarah Zettel

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