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Oct 2023
54m 49s

Five Star Authors

Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
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Send us Fan Mail In Episode 122 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee share their repeat 5 ⭐️ authors. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, and shelf additions. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to FOLLOW /SUBSCRIBE on your podcast app so you never miss an episode! **If you enjoy our commercial free podcast please consider suppo ... Show More
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