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gears and etchings
on the walls.
lights
like a thousand silver scales
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look down:
a tunnel.
ah,
an exit.
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Welcome to
the Interviewing Room.
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gold and silver spires in the distance
bright sun.
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Author.
Question: Author,
who are you? .Tell us your life story.
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Answer: No, thanks. .My name is “Erika Paige Norden”.
Question:
Answer: —I think that’s enough questions. .Just enjoy the writing.
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