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I’m so jealous you got to see Abdurraqib! TATY is a masterpiece. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

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Thanks, Laura! He’s wonderful. I was so excited to see his talk. And I’m really excited for the book.

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Happy Birthday Mike!

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Thanks, Jam!

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Jul 14Liked by Books on GIF

Happy Birthday Mike! I’d love a TATY review first - I’ve been meaning to read literally anything by Abdurraqib for soooo long.

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Thanks, Martha! His work is amazing. I’m excited to read him again!

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Jul 14Liked by Books on GIF

Júlia Baltasar just got a new book out this year! It's called "Ocàs i Fascinació" it might take a while to get the english translation but I thought you would like to know.

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Jul 14Liked by Books on GIF

I mean Eva Baltasar!

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Thanks, Mercè! Whenever that’s out I’m English it will be an automatic purchase.

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Jul 14Liked by Books on GIF

I have read none of these authors, so I am looking forward to reading your thoughts on them. Happy Birthday!!!!

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Thanks, Kate!! It was a great day.

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Jul 15Liked by Books on GIF

Happy birthday! Permafrost is great and I also want to read the other two books.

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Thanks, Melanie! I'm really excited to read all three!

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Jul 15Liked by Books on GIF

Happy birthday Mike, loved this post!

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Thanks so much, Alanna! I’m looking forward to reading your newsletter today!

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happiest of birthdays to the GIF master!!!

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Thank you, friend!

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Jul 15·edited Jul 15Liked by Books on GIF

Abdurraqib's writing is so good. one of the few people who have made me care about basketball. also, happy birthday Mike!

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Thanks so much, Elissa! His writing is amazing. I am kinda pulling for his book to win the poll! I'm glad you're a full-on hoops fan now lol!

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