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Feb 2024
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⭐ The 5+ Star Challenge ⭐

Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
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Send us Fan Mail In Episode 139 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Renee share their possible 5+ star reads. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, and have book talk about trying to find 5-star reads. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE on your podcast app so you never miss an episode! **If you enjoy our commerci ... Show More
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