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Anne Tyler is an acclaimed American novelist known for her insightful exploration of human relationships and the complexities of everyday life. She has authored numerous bestsellers, including 'Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant', 'The Accidental Tourist', and 'A Patchwork Planet'. Tyler's writing is characterized by its warm humor, richly drawn characters, and detailed settings, often set in her native Baltimore. A recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1989 for 'Breathing Lessons', her work often reflects themes of family dynamics and the passage of time, making her one of the most beloved contemporary writers.
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