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Steve Cavanagh

Simon Mayo's Books Of The Year

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Use of Facts, New York Setting, and Location Importance

This chapter explores how facts and research can enhance storytelling in fictional books, using examples of medical examiners driving smart cars and numbered lampposts in Central Park. It also delves into the significance of New York City as a setting and its role in creating a sense of romance, possibilities, and familiarity for readers.

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