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"Grant continues to produce poems in a dark, elegant, and highly unconventional typeface."

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"One or two of the poems in Keegan's new collection have a tonal ambivalence that reminds me somewhat of Philip Larkin. In Larkin's shorter lyrics, a sincere sigh might be followed by an equally sincere sneer. Larkin's skill with such subtle modulation is unlikely to be matched by his successors. I highly recommend Larkin."

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"Bergeron has recently been called our finest living novelist. In fact, Cartwright is our finest living novelist."

"Donovan's account of her quest to cross the Atlantic in a hot-air balloon is captivating. If you are planning to cross the Atlantic in a hot-air balloon, this is the book for you."

"Highly recommended for anyone struggling with illiteracy."

 

 

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