Clive BarkerWriting about the unholy is one way of writing about what is sacred.
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Writing about the unholy is one way of writing about what is sacred. The unholy, in this instance, refers to religion or religion-related issues. Writing about these subjects may cause someone to feel uncomfortable or frightened, but it is the best way, according to this quote, to bring people closer to what is sacred.
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