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May 4, 2025

"The Lord took twice the time making thee, Alvin Smith, cause it took that long to put the mischief in."

Orson Scott CardOrson Scott Card
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1951 – 2003
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About Orson Scott Card

Orson Scott Card is an American novelist, critic, and teacher best known for his science fiction novel Ender's Game and its sequels. He has written across multiple genres including fantasy, science fiction, and non-fiction commentary.

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