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May 2022
37m 9s

Mischievous Monsters: Maximón

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An unorthodox folk saint named Maximón is always up for debauchery, even if he has to create a ruckus himself. In today’s story, a puritanical missionary vandalizes Maximon’s effigy and meets the wily figure face to face — along with some of his guiltiest fantasies.  Parcasters, we have exciting news! Our first book hits bookshelves July 12th. Don’t miss th ... Show More
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