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    Trillium Book Awards Finalists Author readings

    It was such an immense honour to read at the Trillium Book Awards Finalist readings last night. I was so honoured to share the stage with, and hear readings from such amazing and talented writers, and to be part of such an incredible community of writers who came. I had such a wonderful time. Here are a few photos

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