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Ep. 2.5 | Fangirling Is an Art

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Bonus Book Rec Show!! So how this works is that you, our listeners, send us requests for book recommendations, and we give you our answers. For example, if you have no idea what to get your father-in-law for Christmas or what book to read after Fates and Furies, we’re here for you. And if you want to be featured on a future show, send us a message on the co ... Show More
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