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William Collins

I think humor is a very serious thing. I use it as a way of weakening the reader's defenses so that I can more easily take him to something more.

William Collins

Humor

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William Collins believes that humor is important because it helps people let their guard down. By making readers laugh, he can guide them toward deeper ideas or messages more effectively.

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