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Robert Cormier (1925-2000) was an American author known for his young adult novels. He was born and raised in Massachusetts and expressed a passion for writing from a young age. Despite facing initial rejection, Cormier persevered and published his first novel, "Now and At the Hour," in 1960. He gained significant recognition for his controversial novel "The Chocolate War" in 1974, which explored themes of conformity, rebellion, and abuse of power. Throughout his career, Cormier received numerous awards and honors for his thought-provoking and emotionally charged storytelling. His work continues to captivate readers, both young and old.

We all start out with the same alphabet. We are all unique.

We all start out with the same alphabet. We are all unique. Talent is not the most important thing --- discipline and dedication are. Craft can be learned but desire and longing are innate. Despite the demands of school and just being young, try to write SOMETHING every day --- a description, a captured emotion, a simile, a metaphor. Read, for crying out loud! A writer must read the way a ball player must go to the ballfield every day to practice. Everything is possible in this world of ours--- and so's publication.

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