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Author Chat with Lauren Miller (All Things New), Plus Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to chat with  Lauren Miller, author of  All Things New.   Read on for more about Lauren and her book, plus a giveaway!   Meet  Lauren Miller ! Lauren Miller grew up in Atlanta, went to college at Yale and law school at Berkeley. She is currently a...
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This sounds just like a combo of All the Bright Places and The Fault in our Stars! Looking forward to reading this book!! Cool co... Read More
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I love the cover - so pretty. The book sounds like one that a lot of teens will relate to.
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This book looks really good!!
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