Love family, reading, writing, meeting book peeps and my animals. Sums me up pretty well.
When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?
Definitely the books that follow the first one in a series. The longer the series the harder it gets for me and yet, it’s me who makes it hard by adding more and more characters. LOL!
What comes first? The plot or characters
Definitely characters for me. The plot goes on as a I write. I’m not a plotter at all. I have an idea of how the story will go and end. Tried plotting but the characters don’t like it and change the plot as they laugh at me for trying. So, yeah, I gave up on plotting.
What author would you love to meet (Who is your unicorn author)?
Sherrilyn Kenyon
If you could ask that author three questions about their writing, writing process, or books, what would they be?
What is Acheron’s address? What is Acheron’s phone number? Yep, that’s pretty much it. If you have read Acheron then you will know why I want this important information….but remember….he’s mind. đ
What is harder? The blurb writing, naming the book, or naming the series.
The blurb which is from hell.
What is your favorite memory so far as an author?
Meeting so many amazing people who love books as much as I do!
What is your definition of success?
When someone writes to tell me how much one of my books has helped them through a difficult time. Nothing better!
Charger OâNeil knows nothing but chaos. As a Dark Guardian dealing with the underworld, mayhem is to be expected. Not only is it part of the job but also his life.
With his team falling apart, Charger has an important decision to make. Stay or get out while he still can. Staying means heâll bring down the one person heâs ever cared about but walking away means he could lose her forever.
At a crossroads, Charger faces options he never saw coming. All his life, heâs ridden the line between good and evil. Now, after so many years of the battle, one single decision could change his course, pushing him to the one side he never thought heâd be on.
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
So this book is the first time I am left feeling happy and sad. Happy because Charger finally opened his eyes and sad because the book isnât given a full HEA. We will get it, but it will be in Book 17 AKA Ravenâs book which is after Lana, The Mateâs book 16.5.
Now lemme tell ya, this book is packed full of stuff. I mean we meet a whole new cast of characters who are part of the Dark GuardiansâŚsniffâŚJakeâŚsniff. We meet some not so great new characters tooâŚ..yeah Iâm look at YOU SONYA!!!  (High 5âs Raven) But friends can we talk about all the yummy and what it can mean for the future books because âŚyeah again donât wanna spoil anything. But uhm Creed, yes please and I wanna be besties with Chantel!!!
I donât want to say a lot because this ride is an amazing one. We see Daniel have a vision, but something is off with it. We see Charger realize Raven is the woman for him along with getting his backstory as to why he disrespected her all those years ago. We see Raven standing up for herself and proving to EVERYONE she is a badass no matter what gender she is. We see Jared embracing Raven as a fellow Warrior but still protecting her like the dad he is. Oh Jared!!!
I am really excited about this huge series twist this book brought about. We had twist when we met the witches, and this book is another big plot twist for the Warriors. Lots of changes will be happening and new cast of crazy characters will be joining. I, for one, am here for it!!! This series NEVER gets dull because Teresa has the ability to add new and vital changes to the world to keep it fresh and exciting for us the readers.
Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
With a past best left behind, forgetting was something Pam Roark could not seem to do. Nothing was more important than her mate, VC Warrior Duncan Roark, and her son, Daniel. But the circumstances surrounding Daniel and his remarkable abilities throws her back into nightmares she canât escape.
During her journey to protect her son from those who would exploit him, Pam realizes it isnât Daniel who needs help, but herself. With the help of her mate and son, a path leads her to the life she was meant to haveâwithout the horrors.
The Mate series delves into the kickass world of the Warriorsâ mates and how united, they can make a differenceâjust like their badass Protectors. Follow along to see how these exceptional womenâs newfound freedom affect those around them and which Warrior may or may not support their feisty independent mateâs new and exciting path.
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
I was really looking forward to this book but kinda feel it was just as much Danielâs book as it was Pamâs book. This book was Pam dealing with her past that also affected her son Daniel and mate Duncan. We find out even more about Kenny, what he did we didnât know about, and who he was in business with we didnât previously know. Like dude was so bad!!
We also see Duncan trying too be a badass warrior but also dealing with his son and mateâs need to know and not know what is happening in the world. We see Daniel coming to terms with what makes him special plus what may be his downfall. We see Pam struggling as a mom, wife, social service employee and so much more. She wants her family to be safe and her friends to be ok, but she is also losing control of everything around her.
The book was good as it moved us forward in the world. We see Duncan and Pam reaffirming their love and commitment to each other, but we also see the struggles that being parents have on them.
I loved getting to know grown up Daniel. I canât wait for his real book even though I am sure itâs a ways off since he is not ready for âgrown up stuffâ yet.
I loved the movement in the story line of Charger and Raven. I am eagerly awaiting that book in my greedy hands!!
Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
Mack, Book 1 – From Book 1: Being the Alphaâs adopted son has its perks, but Mack was never one to take advantage. He was thankful that fate had brought them to pack land and saved them from certain death. Now when the Alpha asks something of him, he will do anything he can to fulfill that request. Even if that request is to find the female that was kidnapped from the pack fourteen years ago.
Casey has stayed under the radar most of her life, trying to hide the gifts that made her an outcast. When those gifts trigger something that has been locked away inside her for years her discovery rocks her world.
Can they adapt to the changes in time to save themselves and their pack?
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Forbidden Hunger – From Book 1: A shifter without a pack, Janna Lawson goes in search of the man who her mother died trying to protect. What she finds is Garrett Foster, a man who has the power to decide her fate and causes a hunger inside her that is forbidden to them both.
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See Me book 1 – From Book 1: Throughout history, The Lady, Goddess of the Lycan world, has gifted werewolf packs with humans who carry her mark. Theodora Morrisseyâs plans to return to college for her graduate degree are ended when she is awakened by an otherworldly voice on a rarely used airstrip in Nebraska. Injured and disoriented, she has no idea the discoloration on her back has marked her as a Seer, and that she is now a possessionâand the prisonerâof the Novus Pack of Lycans.
To the Novus pack, the word of their leader, their Laird, is the law. With compelling gray eyes and long dark hair, Raider Black rules his pack with intelligence and ruthlessness. To cement the security of his pack, Black has committed to mate another Packleader’s daughter. But heâs finding it impossible to fight his attraction to the packâs alluring new Seer, claiming her as his own.
Sweet, fearless, and unintentionally funny, Theo upends Blackâs world and pushes the boundaries of his rules. How far is Black willing to go, and what will he sacrifice, to save both his pack and the human Seer whoâs found a way not only into his bed, but his heart?
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Welterweight book 1 – From Book 1: Caleb Hallow doesnât need anyone. All he needs is to dominate in the MMA cage and become world champion. His plans are derailed when he wakes up with a mysterious tattoo of his ancestors after a one-night stand with his opponentâs ex-girlfriend, Meg Riley. Sharing the mark with her joins them as mates for eternity. Can Caleb deal with Meg for the rest of his life? Can he keep her safe from his past as he falls deeply in love with her? And will she stay by him when she finds out he is actually a werewolf?
It was just a fling, a chance to get revenge on her cheating ex. At least thatâs what Meg Riley tries to convince herself. But the indescribable pull that draws her to the dark, dangerous Caleb Hallow tells her differently. Although she is furious when she finds the strange tattoo on her back after their night together, and even though he tells her some convoluted story about him being a werewolf, she canât stay away from him. She canât stop herself from falling for him. When her ex threatens Calebâs life, how far will Meg go to save him? Will she be willing to sacrifice her life for his?
Escaping reality one book at a time has been Miranda’s motto since she learned to read. As an only child raised on a dairy farm her creative imagination brought words to life. She devoured more books growing up than her little town bookmobile could handle. It was inevitable that she would turn from reading them to writing them. This is her way to help not only herself but others escape the day to day drudge. Her books may take you on a journey through time, give you a look inside a fantasy realm, or delve into the magic of almost anything paranormal. Threading in heart stopping romance and dropping an occasional super sexy scene just to keep you on your toes.
Miranda’s stories are focused around strong female leads and sexy males who appreciate them. She strives to encourage her readers that they can have it all in real life too.
You can find her most days either subbing at the local high school or tucked away in her office working on the next story with a cup of java in her hand. She loves connecting with her readers online as well as in real life so make sure to find her on Facebook and check out where she will be signing throughout the year on her website.
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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Teresa Gabelman, writes paranormal romance and contemporary romance with a side of humor in each story. Her heroines are strong and independent keeping the sexy alpha heroes on their toes.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
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I live on a grain farm in Central Indiana with two mastiffs. Ginger who is the elder and thinks that she is a person. She has her own Sleep Number. Duncan Keith (named for the awesome Blackhawk and my fantasy future boyfriend) who just turned one. He knows that he is a dog and likes to sit on my feet. My husband, Mr. K. also lives with us but I’m not allowed to talk about him. He is shy and private. Please don’t try to discuss my sex scenes with him.
I started writing seriously six years ago. It takes a village to publish a book. The easiest part is getting the words out. I now work with the patient and fabulous Deliah Devlin who deals with my dislike and sometimes too much like of commas. Fiona Jayde and Sahara Kelly each work on my covers. I use three proofreaders to look for problems. I also depend on the lovely Francesca for insight and a butt kicking when necessary. Plus my incredible Admanistrative Assistant, David, who is as brilliant as he is handsome. They all help me make the most of my ideas.
I write about older characters because they are more interesting to me. They are to the point in life where they know what they don’t know. I currently have three series. The Casino Nights series is my hottest. It revolves around the members of Team 2 at the Red Rose Casino in Las Vegas. This group tends to allow their pasts to dictate their futures. The Cameron Farms Trilogy is small town based and features redemption and second chances. The Change Series is about people who are unhappy in their current place in life and when opportunity presents itself- they grab it with both hands.
I love to interact with readers and talk books. Any books. Follow me on Social Media and please come to a signing. I hope to see you soon.
Happy Reading!
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Tricia Andersen lives in Iowa with her husband and her three children. She graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts in English and from Kirkwood Community College with an Associate of Arts degree in Communications Media/Public Relations.
For the past five years, Tricia has been a member of Hard Drive Performance Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, an affiliate of Roufusport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She has experience in kickboxing and currently trains in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Even though she has never competed in an MMA cage, she’s witnessed and been a part of a fighter’s journey from fight camp to their walk to the cage. She also has competed in jiu jitsu.
Teresa Gabelman and Valeriw Twombly are an attending author.
The Protectors by Teresa Gabelman
Guardians by Valerie Twombly
Black Dagger Brotherhood by J.R. Ward
Damon, The Protectors by Teresa Gabelman –Â
From Book 1: Damon DeMasters is a vampire warrior who has taken an oath to not only protect his own kind, but humans as well. Crimson Rush is the new drug on the streets and itâs their duty to find who is behind the selling of vampire blood and stop it.
As a social worker, Nicole Callahan fights for the right of every child placed in her care. Thereâs a war now as vampires have stepped out into the spotlight taking their place in society and the children are at the heart of it all.
Damon and his fellow warriors have been ordered by the Vampire Council to train Nicole and her colleagues against the dangers they now face in their new world. Even as sparks fly and tensions mount, Nicole and Damon depend on each other to protect the children of both races.
Vampire’s Mate, Guardians by Valerie Twombly
From Book 1: After losing the woman he loved in a demonic war, Marcus is content to live out his immortal days serving his king and waiting for a curse to claim his soul. When the vampire learns the Gods have stepped in and given him another chance, he might embrace it except she is human, and he is in no mood to explain his fangs.
Left at the altar, Cassandra swears off all relationships. But when a sexy stranger who has been interrupting her sleep shows up for real, she is catapulted into a reality she never imagined existed.
Something evil is coming to claim Marcus. Cassie isnât ready for what being his mate means until his life is threatened. To protect him she must become immortal. Refusing may cost her even more.
This book formerly published as Eternal Flame. Revised 2nd edition.
Dark Lover, Book 1 by J.R. Ward
The only purebred vampire left on the planet and the leader of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, Wrath has a score to settle with the slayers who killed his parents centuries ago. But when his most trusted fighter is killedâorphaning a half-breed daughter unaware of her heritage or her fateâWrath must put down his dagger and usher the beautiful female into another world.
Racked by a restlessness in her body that wasnât there before, Beth Randall is helpless against the dangerously sexy man who comes to her at night with shadows in his eyes. His tales of the Brotherhood and blood frighten her. Yet his touch ignites a dawning new hungerâone that threatens to consume them both…
Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
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Award winning and bestselling author Valerie Twombly grew up watching Dark Shadows over her mother’s shoulder, and from there her love of the fanged creatures blossomed. Today, Valerie has decided to take her darker, sensual side and put it to paper.
When she is not busy creating a world full of steamy, hot men and strong, seductive women, she juggles her time between a full-time job, hubby and her two German Shepherd dogs, in Northern IL.
Valerie is a member of Romance Writers of America and Fantasy, Futuristic and Paranormal Romance Writers. She is also the founder of Sexy Scribblers, a group of romance writers who bring readers new and fresh stories every month.
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J.R. Ward is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. She lives in the South with her family.
Wicked was finally content or as content as a witch with twins, a sexy panther Shifter mate and crazy cat familiar could be. Or so she thought. The twist and turns of her past have come back to haunt her again, but this time her dreams may come true giving Wicked the big family she had always wanted.
Welcome back to the town of Assjacket for more wickedly hilarious mixtures of paranormal personalities.
I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
This series has me cracking up. I enjoy seeing more and more of all these witches, familiars and shifters. These are great quick reads and pick me ups. The things Bruce gets up to Iâm telling you he would keep any witch on their feet.
Wickedâs past is once again landing on her front porch. This time it brings a witch named Angel and her familiar Rook. As if Bruce couldnât make enough mischief himself letâs just add Rook the blue crow wearing 3D glasses to the mix.
Things are truly looking up for Wicked she has more people in her life. She knows she can trust them and they have her back. We get to meet Robert and Angel and I could not be more pleased to see these two come into Wickedâs life again.
I have really enjoyed this world of Magic and Mayhem that Teresa Gabelman has tossed me into. Cannot wait to read more of Wickedâs life.
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Teresa Gabelman, writes paranormal romance and contemporary romance with a side of humor in each story. Her heroines are strong and independent keeping the sexy alpha heroes on their toes.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
Damon DeMasters is a vampire warrior who has taken an oath to not only protect his own kind, but humans as well. Crimson Rush is the new drug on the streets, and it’s their duty to find who is behind the selling of vampire blood and stop it.
A social worker, Nicole Callahan, fights for the right of every child placed in her care. There’s a war now, as vampires have stepped out into the spotlight taking their place in society, and the children are at the heart of it all.
Damon and his fellow warriors have been ordered by the Vampire Council to train Nicole and her colleagues against the dangers they now face in their new world. Even as sparks fly and tensions mount, Nicole and Damon depend on each other to protect the children of both races.
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I read this book back in March 2014. Teresa has just released the audios and I am so enjoying going back and listening to them. I could not believe how much of the minor things I forgotten over the years. I have to say I still love these warriors today as much as I did 5 years ago.
Nicole is a social worker that takes her job seriously. She is determined to keep the kids safe and it doesnât matter if they are human or vampire.
Damon, one of the Vampire Council Warriors, was sent to train the social workers on how to protect themselves while doing their jobs. The sparks start to fly as soon as Nicole and Damon first see each other. However, Damon does not want to get involved and attached so Nicole comes up with a âfriends with benefitsâ option.
I love that Nicole is tough and stands up to these big tough Vampires, never backing down never giving up and has no issues getting in their faces. Things start to go bad when Nicole and the others realize there are some pretty mean people out to get her because she is doing her job so well. Damon pulls the âIâm getting too close so Iâll push her awayâ routine and right after she lays her feelings out on the table.
I also enjoyed the close friendship almost sisterly like relationship that Nicole and Pam have. Seeing Nicole, Pam, and Jared interacting was great. Pam and Jared always made me smile or laugh. I would get aggravated with Damon he would be so sweet and nice and then go all Alpha male thinking he was protecting Nicole but only end up hurting her feelings. Here again Nicole always called him out on it and stood up to anyone she felt was doing wrong by her. I loved that she had pet turtles, Ren and Stimpy, and not the typical cat or dog. The way Nicole collects the money for the kids Christmas party was a gag.
Like i said enjoyed this book today as much as I did when I read it. I am so ready for Jared. The narrator did a wonderful job his voice changes were enough that you realized it was a different character. I am so ready to listen to all these warriors stories and catch up on all of them.
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Teresa Gabelman, writes paranormal romance and contemporary romance with a side of humor in each story. Her heroines are strong and independent keeping the sexy alpha heroes on their toes.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
Twins, a sexy panther Shifter, a Rock n’ Roll cat with major issues, a tattoo shop and now add a bakery in the works means Wicked is a little on edge. The last thing she needs is a past, she thought had forgotten her, coming to Assjacket with one thing on its mind. Taking her back to what she ran from so very long ago, but the residents of Assjacket have a more wicked plan.
Welcome back to the town of Assjacket for more wickedly hilarious mixtures of paranormal personalities. Goodreads
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
Another hilarious installment from Teresa in her Robyn Peterman Universe.
I love that each book could be read as a standalone but letâs be honest, you need to read them all in order to fully get the situation and previous interactions of the characters.
This book we finally get to see a bit of Wickedâs very deeply hidden past. We learn where she cam from and the witches she grew up with. They are not the nicest witches when they are dark witches.
We see hottie shifter Thorne protecting his family from a threat to Wicked, Rose and Jamisonâs futuresâŚPURRR he is a yummy alpha male for sure!!
We see Bruce making epic boo boos knocking up a random cat….makes ya wonder if Bruce the man whore familiar will settle down??? DOUBTFUL but it would be fun to see.
Honestly, I just love this short novel and all the smiles it brings. If you need a laugh or ten then this series is for you and each edition adds to the hilarity.
eresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
Nicole is a social worker helping kids find the loving homes they deserve. Well after vampires have been revealed to the human world its been making her job a little extra stressful making sure that human parents arenât getting a vampire child for the wrong reason and trying to harvest their blood to sell, or that vampire parents arenât using human kids just for their blood to feed off of. So at the office her boss is having the vampire warrior coming in to help them all learn some defense moves to help them if they ever are in serious trouble. In walks in the ledger of the warriors Damon and all his delicious glory and he caught the eye of Nicole but she would never let anyone know that. So in the beginning of the book it took me a while to get into it, not sure if I wasnât in a vampire mood but oh Iâm so glad that i stuck with it and didnât wait to be in the mood to read it. This book was amazing and you will love Damon and Nicole donât forget to put a dollar in the f-word jar and in my opinion we need justice for Ren and Stimpy.
Review by Twinsie Dee
Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
Witch hunter and new VC Warrior, Bishop Valentino, takes pride in his duties, both past and present. Never once has he doubted his past as a witch hunter. That changes when a beautiful, independent witch occupies his mind more than heâs comfortable with.
Helping his new brothers of the VC keep all the Dragonfly Coven safe from the diabolical warlock, Orjyll, is Bishopâs number one priority. When that priority begins to shift and his focus is pulled away, his allegiance to the brotherhood is at risk.
Saving the world is something Bishop and the Warriors tirelessly do every day. But keeping witches safe is something new for Bishop, and if they fail and the Grail women fall to what the Fates bestowed on them many years ago, Hell on Earth could come swiftly.
To lose the epic battle between good and evil is not an option. Bishop has to find balance between his oath to the brotherhood and his heart. If not, life as he knows it will change forever.
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
I finished this book and had to sit and think about how I would rate it. I was a little confused because I never have trouble rating these booksâŚmainly because they are all amazing IMO and that is what this blog post is about.
I have loved Bishop and the chemistry between him and Bonnie. But in the Warrior Wedding when they kissed and the sparks were flat, I was like WTF?? What is happening?? Are we getting a new more amazing person for Bishop? Who can be more amazing then Bonnie??? Because sweet baby Jesus she might be my favorite female in the series!!! Her sass and fire plus ridiculous comedyâŚ.that is a win in my book.
Then we find out why the kiss was so flat and I was like GUUUUURL Bonnie you donât mess with a Warrior that wayâŚ.LOL.  But I THINK the initial set up with them was a little slower then and the building of the transition was also a bit slowerâŚ.the transition reference you gotta read because I am not about to spoil anything yaâll. So because of that it seemed a lot slower of a book. Teresaâs book are generally action packed from moment to moment. I am not saying that is a bad thing but I wasnât expecting it.
After the story picks up and we know what is going to happen, I was bucked in and READY âTA GO.
I loved the dynamic of Bishop and Bonnie. The witch and the witch hunter plus I loved the memories he can give her of her mom. That in itself is something not everyone can do or would do for her.
The final scenes of the book were intense, and I was a bit worried for a few seconds reading the book because I wondered what was going to happen. Seeing Sloan Murphy lose his shit was kinda hawt as hell too. Who knew???
All in all once I sat down and thought about it, I really loved the slower build of the book. I loved seeing Daniel and learning more about his talents. I am so damn ready for Raven and Charger to get a book. She is a fierce Protector and she is going to make him do a whole lot of begging to get back in to her bed!!
Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ‘Protectors Series’. When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at a MMA event or spending a fun evening with family.
Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers which is what she loves most about writing. If you find the time she would love to hear from you!
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