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Ever since I could remember, I've wanted to write.  Being a die-hard Stephen King fan in my youth, I aspired to publish a best-seller.  I dabbled a bit in college, and was encouraged by my composition instructor to "continue to write...not just for yourself, but to share", and that I "have a unique and personal style.  Unlike your peers, you have a style that's both humorous and sophisticated".  Long before the days of digital records, I suffered a minor setback when my hard work was accidentally thrown away in the trash after lending my assignments to a friend who shared my passion.  I hadn't written anything in twenty five years, except the occasional "let me tell you how I feel about your shitty service" letter that rewarded me with both free product and extreme satisfaction.  The fire was ignited again when I had the opportunity to immerse myself in a writing class at Bucknell University.  My world grew after being exposed to different ...