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My dad told me that no one could ever make it as a writer, that my chances were equivalent to winning the lottery - which was good for me, because I like to have something to prove.
Poppy Z. Brite
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"My dad told me that no one could ever make it as a writer, that my chances were equivalent to winning the lottery - which was good for me, because I like to have something to prove."
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My dad told me that no one could ever make it as a writer, that my chances were equivalent to winning the lottery - which was good for me, because I like to have something to prove. — Poppy Z. Brite

About Poppy Z. Brite

Poppy Z. Brite was a Author from United States (1967–present).

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This quote is attributed to Poppy Z. Brite, a Author from United States.
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Poppy Z. Brite lived from 1967 – present.