Discussing the First "It" Book of 2020: SUCH A FUN AGE by Kiley Reid
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02/12/20
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Vanessa, Jeff, and Sharifah talk about why Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid is the first “it” book of the year. This episode is sponsored by: Book Marks The Handsell Libro.fm The Novel Gazing Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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