"There is no way to start a story. A story is an ongoing conversation. Verisimilitude is the goal."
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About Ann Beattie
Ann Beattie is an American novelist and short story writer known for her minimalist writing style and keen observation of contemporary life. Born in Washington, D.C. in 1947, she studied English literature at the University of Connecticut and later went on to teach at the University of Virginia. Beattie gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s for her works that often depicted disenchanted characters navigating the challenges of modern relationships and societal changes.
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