"Always remember, any book you haven't read is still a new book." ― Ann Patchett Reading From Ann Patchett Author Added on 1/31/2026 About Ann Patchett Ann Patchett is an American novelist and essayist known for contemporary literary fiction including Bel Canto and The Dutch House. She is also recognized for independent bookselling advocacy. Born: 1963-12-02 View all quotes from Ann Patchett
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