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I always tell people that I became a writer not because I went to school but because my mother took me to the library.
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"I always tell people that I became a writer not because I went to school but because my mother took me to the library. I wanted to become a writer so I could see my name in the card catalog"

- Sandra Cisneros

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This quote by Sandra Cisneros speaks with the power of education and the value of libraries. It suggests that her mom's impact was instrumental in her ending up being a writer. By taking her to the library, her mother provided her with access to books and knowledge that she may not have had otherwise. The quote likewise speaks to the power of dreams and ambition. Cisneros wanted to become a writer so she might see her name in the card catalog, a tangible representation of her success. This quote is a tip of the importance of education and the power of dreams. It is a testament to the power of libraries and the impact of parents in helping kids reach their goals.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Sandra Cisneros somewhere between December 20, 1954 and today. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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