Quote of the day
I don't say 'Tis impossible for an impudent man not to rise in the world, but a moderate merit with a large share of impudence is more probable to be advanced than the greatest qualifications without it.
Justine Larbalestier

Born: September 23, 1967 (age 57)
Bio: Justine Larbalestier is an Australian writer of young adult fiction best known for her 2009 novel, Liar. Her surname has been pronounced in several different ways. She says online that Lar-bal-est-ee-air is correct:
Known for:
- Magic or Madness (2005)
- How to Ditch Your Fairy (2008)
- My Sister Rosa (2016)
- Razorhurst (2014)