— James Dashner"Don't ever let the other stuff get in the way of your inherent skills as a kick-butt storyteller. Move the reader, make them happy and sad and excited and scared. Make them stare into space after they've put the book down, thinking about the tale that's become a part of them."
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This quotation examines the core nature of Sadness as articulated by James Dashner. Within historical and literary traditions, reflections on Sadness provide actionable mental models, challenging individuals to evaluate personal ethics, self-discipline, and daily actions.
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