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Dec 2023
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Easily Distracted By New Releases (Decem...

Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
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Send a text In Episode 129 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee share their recent new release reads. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, and have book talk about 2023 themes. 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 plea ... Show More
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