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These Are The 20 Best Romance Books Of 2024, According To Amazon

Ali navigates life post-marriage and discovers unexpected romance in 'Summer Romance.'
Misery Lark faces challenges balancing duty and personal desires in her vampire-centric narrative.
The governess-soldier romance explores the intersection of love and hidden pasts.
Freya's storyline illustrates the conflict between personal sacrifice and societal obligations in romance.

The Women's Midlife-Crisis Novel Enters the Season of the Witch

A woman in midlife seeks to balance self-abandonment with self-reflection in her relationships.

This Week's Bestsellers: November 18, 2024

This week features new collector's editions for popular YA and adult novels, underscoring the enduring interest in these genres.

These Are The 20 Best Romance Books Of 2024, According To Amazon

Ali navigates life post-marriage and discovers unexpected romance in 'Summer Romance.'
Misery Lark faces challenges balancing duty and personal desires in her vampire-centric narrative.
The governess-soldier romance explores the intersection of love and hidden pasts.
Freya's storyline illustrates the conflict between personal sacrifice and societal obligations in romance.

The Women's Midlife-Crisis Novel Enters the Season of the Witch

A woman in midlife seeks to balance self-abandonment with self-reflection in her relationships.

This Week's Bestsellers: November 18, 2024

This week features new collector's editions for popular YA and adult novels, underscoring the enduring interest in these genres.
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British writer Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel Orbital

Samantha Harvey's 'Orbital' won the 2024 Booker Prize for its exploration of humanity aboard the International Space Station, emphasizing beauty, ambition, and fragility.

I'm so not an astronaut!' Samantha Harvey on her Booker-winning space novel and the anxiety that drove it

Samantha Harvey's novel 'Orbital' vividly explores the lives of astronauts aboard the ISS, winning the Booker Prize as a symbol of creative perseverance.

Samantha Harvey's beautiful and ambitious' Orbital wins Booker prize

Samantha Harvey's 'Orbital' won the 2024 Booker Prize, recognized for its beauty and ambition, reflecting on humanity's connection to Earth.
The book intricately weaves narratives of astronauts experiencing time and beauty aboard the ISS.

Samantha Harvey Wins Booker Prize for Space-Station Novel Orbital

Samantha Harvey's novel 'Orbital' won the Booker Prize, exploring themes of unity and cooperation from the perspective of astronauts on the ISS.

This year's longlist for the Booker Prize is here

The Booker Prize nominees are diverse in style and purpose, aiming to entertain, provide solace, and examine profound themes.

Watch extracts from the Booker shortlist, read by Tanya Reynolds, Will Poulter and Jason Isaacs

The 2024 Booker prize winner will be announced on 12 November.

British writer Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel Orbital

Samantha Harvey's 'Orbital' won the 2024 Booker Prize for its exploration of humanity aboard the International Space Station, emphasizing beauty, ambition, and fragility.

I'm so not an astronaut!' Samantha Harvey on her Booker-winning space novel and the anxiety that drove it

Samantha Harvey's novel 'Orbital' vividly explores the lives of astronauts aboard the ISS, winning the Booker Prize as a symbol of creative perseverance.

Samantha Harvey's beautiful and ambitious' Orbital wins Booker prize

Samantha Harvey's 'Orbital' won the 2024 Booker Prize, recognized for its beauty and ambition, reflecting on humanity's connection to Earth.
The book intricately weaves narratives of astronauts experiencing time and beauty aboard the ISS.

Samantha Harvey Wins Booker Prize for Space-Station Novel Orbital

Samantha Harvey's novel 'Orbital' won the Booker Prize, exploring themes of unity and cooperation from the perspective of astronauts on the ISS.

This year's longlist for the Booker Prize is here

The Booker Prize nominees are diverse in style and purpose, aiming to entertain, provide solace, and examine profound themes.

Watch extracts from the Booker shortlist, read by Tanya Reynolds, Will Poulter and Jason Isaacs

The 2024 Booker prize winner will be announced on 12 November.
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#poetry

Martyr!

Cyrus Shams grapples with deep grief and existential questions stemming from family loss while seeking connection and meaning in his life.

Here Are the Finalists for the 2024 National Book Award

This year's National Book Award finalists represent a rich diversity in literature, featuring significant works across multiple genres addressing complex social themes.

Bold', extremely fun', luminously written': the best Australian books out in March

Le's '36 Ways' dismantles violence of empire, history, language while reclaiming poetic traditions and interiority
Jim Moginie's 'The Silver River' explores Midnight Oil's journey and the human cost of the music industry
Gail Jones' 'One Another' meditates on guilt, displacement, and imagination in a luminously written style

Bazaar Writers Salon

Bazaar Writers Salon highlights outstanding writing from the Bay Area and beyond in an intimate setting.

Martyr!

Cyrus Shams grapples with deep grief and existential questions stemming from family loss while seeking connection and meaning in his life.

Here Are the Finalists for the 2024 National Book Award

This year's National Book Award finalists represent a rich diversity in literature, featuring significant works across multiple genres addressing complex social themes.

Bold', extremely fun', luminously written': the best Australian books out in March

Le's '36 Ways' dismantles violence of empire, history, language while reclaiming poetic traditions and interiority
Jim Moginie's 'The Silver River' explores Midnight Oil's journey and the human cost of the music industry
Gail Jones' 'One Another' meditates on guilt, displacement, and imagination in a luminously written style

Bazaar Writers Salon

Bazaar Writers Salon highlights outstanding writing from the Bay Area and beyond in an intimate setting.
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Rachel Kushner's Covert Op Against Realism

Kushner's 'Creation Lake' intricately examines the moral complexities of espionage through the character of Sadie Smith, reflecting broader themes of identity and ethics.

'Colored Television' is an ungentle satire set in post-post-racial America

Danzy Senna's "Colored Television" intricately explores the complexities of race, artistry, and identity through its biracial protagonist's journey in Los Angeles.

Chelsea Bieker on Wellness Addiction and Autobiographical Fiction

Chelsea Bieker's novel "Madwoman" explores identity, trauma, and the struggle to escape one's past through the character Clove.

Crime and thrillers of the month review

Bella Mackie's novel explores dark humor through a wealthy family's dysfunction and murder at a birthday party, juxtaposed with Laura Sims's eerie examination of identity.

The Sheer Gusto of Jane DeLynn

Fiction often emphasizes the power of silence and non-verbal communication among young women, revealing deeper truths and identities beyond mere words.

Top of Your Stack: 10.3.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

The articles present a range of narratives exploring themes of control, identity, spirituality, information influence, and the quest for personal growth.

Rachel Kushner's Covert Op Against Realism

Kushner's 'Creation Lake' intricately examines the moral complexities of espionage through the character of Sadie Smith, reflecting broader themes of identity and ethics.

'Colored Television' is an ungentle satire set in post-post-racial America

Danzy Senna's "Colored Television" intricately explores the complexities of race, artistry, and identity through its biracial protagonist's journey in Los Angeles.

Chelsea Bieker on Wellness Addiction and Autobiographical Fiction

Chelsea Bieker's novel "Madwoman" explores identity, trauma, and the struggle to escape one's past through the character Clove.

Crime and thrillers of the month review

Bella Mackie's novel explores dark humor through a wealthy family's dysfunction and murder at a birthday party, juxtaposed with Laura Sims's eerie examination of identity.

The Sheer Gusto of Jane DeLynn

Fiction often emphasizes the power of silence and non-verbal communication among young women, revealing deeper truths and identities beyond mere words.

Top of Your Stack: 10.3.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

The articles present a range of narratives exploring themes of control, identity, spirituality, information influence, and the quest for personal growth.
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#literary-analysis

Haruki Murakami on Rethinking Early Work

Haruki Murakami's latest novel revisits themes and ideas from his early works, exploring the blurry lines between reality and imagination.

Shy Creatures by Clare Chambers review trauma unearthed

Clare Chambers's Shy Creatures showcases her storytelling prowess and deep character exploration, solidifying her status as a leading contemporary novelist.

Haruki Murakami on Rethinking Early Work

Haruki Murakami's latest novel revisits themes and ideas from his early works, exploring the blurry lines between reality and imagination.

Shy Creatures by Clare Chambers review trauma unearthed

Clare Chambers's Shy Creatures showcases her storytelling prowess and deep character exploration, solidifying her status as a leading contemporary novelist.
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#writing

Remote islands free the imagination but they also stir up fear

Islands evoke creativity and imagination due to their isolation and unique characteristics.

Salman Rushdie to publish first work of fiction since 2022 stabbing

Salman Rushdie is writing three novellas exploring themes of life and endings, reflecting on his experiences after surviving an attack.

Former Biglaw Partner Writes Biting Novel Dishing On What's Wrong With The Profession

Luba Shur discusses her transition from law to writing, emphasizing the interplay of legal ethics and storytelling.
Her novel Rule 23 sheds light on the legal profession's dysfunction.

Is it a betrayal?' Claire Messud on writing her family into fiction

Writing about family can inadvertently depict real-life individuals, leading to unexpected interpretations and reactions.

Remote islands free the imagination but they also stir up fear

Islands evoke creativity and imagination due to their isolation and unique characteristics.

Salman Rushdie to publish first work of fiction since 2022 stabbing

Salman Rushdie is writing three novellas exploring themes of life and endings, reflecting on his experiences after surviving an attack.

Former Biglaw Partner Writes Biting Novel Dishing On What's Wrong With The Profession

Luba Shur discusses her transition from law to writing, emphasizing the interplay of legal ethics and storytelling.
Her novel Rule 23 sheds light on the legal profession's dysfunction.

Is it a betrayal?' Claire Messud on writing her family into fiction

Writing about family can inadvertently depict real-life individuals, leading to unexpected interpretations and reactions.
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#literature

The Woman Who Didn't Want to Get Well

Health and happiness can be in conflict, as illustrated by Ellen's struggle with mania and her idealized persona, Esmeralda.

Five Books That Conjure Entirely New Worlds

Fiction bridges the gap between reader and character consciousness, transporting audiences to fantastical worlds.

Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout review when Olive Kitteridge met Lucy Barton

Elizabeth Strout masterfully weaves the lives of ordinary people into a rich narrative tapestry set in New England.
The convergence of characters and settings showcases the depth of everyday human experiences.

The Women Behind the Door by Roddy Doyle review his best yet

Roddy Doyle's latest novel revisits Paula Spencer, showcasing her growth and resilience while maintaining humor and empathy.

Five of the best books shaped by lists

Lists serve as a therapeutic tool in an age rife with information overload, providing structure and comfort.

The history of overhyped tech, and a chilling new graphic novel from Charles Burns

Richard Powers' 'Playground' explores the balance between nature and technology through unique friendships set on a remote island.

The Woman Who Didn't Want to Get Well

Health and happiness can be in conflict, as illustrated by Ellen's struggle with mania and her idealized persona, Esmeralda.

Five Books That Conjure Entirely New Worlds

Fiction bridges the gap between reader and character consciousness, transporting audiences to fantastical worlds.

Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout review when Olive Kitteridge met Lucy Barton

Elizabeth Strout masterfully weaves the lives of ordinary people into a rich narrative tapestry set in New England.
The convergence of characters and settings showcases the depth of everyday human experiences.

The Women Behind the Door by Roddy Doyle review his best yet

Roddy Doyle's latest novel revisits Paula Spencer, showcasing her growth and resilience while maintaining humor and empathy.

Five of the best books shaped by lists

Lists serve as a therapeutic tool in an age rife with information overload, providing structure and comfort.

The history of overhyped tech, and a chilling new graphic novel from Charles Burns

Richard Powers' 'Playground' explores the balance between nature and technology through unique friendships set on a remote island.
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Who's Really Writing Celebrity Novels?

Celebrity collaborations on novels often serve as smart marketing strategies that capitalize on their existing fan base.
#nonfiction

What to read this week: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens and I Was a Teenage Slasher

Exploring unique perspectives in fiction, nonfiction, and comics: from a slasher's point of view, plant intelligence, and a care facility for paranormal beings.

20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to read

Exciting upcoming fiction and nonfiction books for summer reading are recommended by book critics with diverse preferences and interests.

BookTok Boom: Social Media Helps Drive Sales in Some International Markets

Fiction is experiencing growth globally while nonfiction sales are declining, influenced by the BookTok community.

What to read this weekend: Rural horror infused with Chinese mythology, and the lush alien world of Convert

Sacrificial Animals explores themes of familial trauma and horror through a supernatural lens, highlighting the impact of an abusive childhood.

20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to read

Readers are anticipating a mix of upcoming fiction and nonfiction books from various genres for their summer reading list.

The Book Review's Best Books Since 2000

Discover a curated list of notable fiction and nonfiction books from 2000 to 2023, covering various genres and topics.

What to read this week: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens and I Was a Teenage Slasher

Exploring unique perspectives in fiction, nonfiction, and comics: from a slasher's point of view, plant intelligence, and a care facility for paranormal beings.

20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to read

Exciting upcoming fiction and nonfiction books for summer reading are recommended by book critics with diverse preferences and interests.

BookTok Boom: Social Media Helps Drive Sales in Some International Markets

Fiction is experiencing growth globally while nonfiction sales are declining, influenced by the BookTok community.

What to read this weekend: Rural horror infused with Chinese mythology, and the lush alien world of Convert

Sacrificial Animals explores themes of familial trauma and horror through a supernatural lens, highlighting the impact of an abusive childhood.

20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to read

Readers are anticipating a mix of upcoming fiction and nonfiction books from various genres for their summer reading list.

The Book Review's Best Books Since 2000

Discover a curated list of notable fiction and nonfiction books from 2000 to 2023, covering various genres and topics.
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#narrative-structure

Bryan Washington on the Possibilities of Queerness

Using familiar settings like Houston provides a creative space for exploration and emotional depth in storytelling.

Paul Yoon on Bringing Animals Into the Foreground

The author aims to explore animal perspectives in fiction by centering narratives around their experiences.

Bryan Washington on the Possibilities of Queerness

Using familiar settings like Houston provides a creative space for exploration and emotional depth in storytelling.

Paul Yoon on Bringing Animals Into the Foreground

The author aims to explore animal perspectives in fiction by centering narratives around their experiences.
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#mental-health

After Years of Depression, a Best-Selling Author Confronts What Haunted Him

Matt Haig's new novel explores finding joy after loss, drawing from personal experiences with depression.

Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend wrote a book about a pop star who threatens to jump off a balcony

Maya Henry's novel reflects themes of mental health crises, paralleling real-life events surrounding Liam Payne's tragic death.

After Years of Depression, a Best-Selling Author Confronts What Haunted Him

Matt Haig's new novel explores finding joy after loss, drawing from personal experiences with depression.

Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend wrote a book about a pop star who threatens to jump off a balcony

Maya Henry's novel reflects themes of mental health crises, paralleling real-life events surrounding Liam Payne's tragic death.
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#relationships

In Defense of Marital Secrets

Self-awareness can complicate relationships; total honesty in marriage has limitations and can detract from storytelling.

Single Mom in Her 50s Falls for Much Younger Man in Susan Minot's Latest Novel

The novel explores the juxtaposition of erotic desire and maternal duties in Ivy's life.

Bonding by Mariel Franklin review smart satire of tech elites

Fiction from younger authors often carries the expectation of conveying internet-related insights to older readers.

'Disclaimer' Review: Episodes 3 and 4 Dig for Buried Truths in 'Exquisite' Fiction - Spoilers

The central theme of "Disclaimer" revolves around the pervasive nature of suffering and its impact on individuals and their relationships.

In Defense of Marital Secrets

Self-awareness can complicate relationships; total honesty in marriage has limitations and can detract from storytelling.

Single Mom in Her 50s Falls for Much Younger Man in Susan Minot's Latest Novel

The novel explores the juxtaposition of erotic desire and maternal duties in Ivy's life.

Bonding by Mariel Franklin review smart satire of tech elites

Fiction from younger authors often carries the expectation of conveying internet-related insights to older readers.

'Disclaimer' Review: Episodes 3 and 4 Dig for Buried Truths in 'Exquisite' Fiction - Spoilers

The central theme of "Disclaimer" revolves around the pervasive nature of suffering and its impact on individuals and their relationships.
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Tears and turnarounds in Davina McCall's new show about new starts

Adam Buxton's new drama 'Up in Smoke' creatively combines fiction with true crime elements.
Davina McCall's podcast addresses midlife challenges through empathetic conversations with guests.

Where to pre-order Warhammer 40K The Ultimate Guide

Warhammer 40K The Ultimate Guide is a 336-page, rules-free encyclopedia ideal for fans seeking insights into the franchise.

Briefly Noted

Estela's story in 'Clean' exposes themes of class conflict and emotional detachment intertwined with a family's tragedy.
#literary-awards

The National Book Foundation's 2024 Fiction Longlist

The 2024 National Book Foundation Fiction Longlist highlights diverse literature, including debut novels and unique themes like incel culture.

Bryan Washington Reads "Last Coffeehouse on Travis"

Bryan Washington's writing explores human connection and identity through richly detailed narratives.

2024 Goldsmiths prize shortlist spotlights the novel at its most novel'

The 2024 Goldsmiths Prize shortlist highlights innovative fiction that challenges traditional novelistic boundaries and engages with complex themes through diverse narratives.

The National Book Foundation's 2024 Fiction Longlist

The 2024 National Book Foundation Fiction Longlist highlights diverse literature, including debut novels and unique themes like incel culture.

Bryan Washington Reads "Last Coffeehouse on Travis"

Bryan Washington's writing explores human connection and identity through richly detailed narratives.

2024 Goldsmiths prize shortlist spotlights the novel at its most novel'

The 2024 Goldsmiths Prize shortlist highlights innovative fiction that challenges traditional novelistic boundaries and engages with complex themes through diverse narratives.
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The Third Realm by Karl Ove Knausgard review a visionary epic

Karl Ove Knausgard's 'The Third Realm' brings deeper insights into familiar characters, illustrating how fiction can expand reader understanding through rich perspectives.

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in September

Emily Perkins' 'Lioness' examines the complex interplay of social aspiration, money, and marriage, highlighting the risks for women in navigating these domains.

Rebecca Makkai Reads Jhumpa Lahiri

Rebecca Makkai discusses Jhumpa Lahiri's immigration themes in "The Third and Final Continent".

Premium Content: Coco Mellors on revisiting 'Cleopatra and Frankenstein,' entering motherhood and writing her next book

Coco Mellors is a cosmopolitan writer whose novels explore life in vibrant cities, reflecting her early experiences in London and New York.
#race

In Rumaan Alam's 'Entitlement,' Money Comes At The Expense Of Everything Else | Defector

The novel explores racial and societal issues through a character oblivious to her surroundings in a chaotic 2014 summer in New York.

'These environments pit people against each other': Playwright Ife Olujobi on being the only Black person at work

Fiction can reveal painful truths of marginalization in the workplace.

In Rumaan Alam's 'Entitlement,' Money Comes At The Expense Of Everything Else | Defector

The novel explores racial and societal issues through a character oblivious to her surroundings in a chaotic 2014 summer in New York.

'These environments pit people against each other': Playwright Ife Olujobi on being the only Black person at work

Fiction can reveal painful truths of marginalization in the workplace.
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Rachel Kushner: "Gentleness Can Inspire Other People"

Rachel Kushner's novel "Creation Lake" explores existential themes through the lens of a clandestine spy infiltrating an eco-conscious commune in France.
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The Irresistible Pull of an Alternate Universe

The concept of the multiverse allows exploration of alternate identities shaped by different choices in life.

"Rebel Ridge" Is a Police Drama with a Difference

"Rebel Ridge" portrays the urgent social issue of police malpractice but falls into familiar narrative patterns, losing its initial impact.

A Coolly Thrilling New Novel From a Cool, Thrilling Writer

Sadie Smith infiltrates a commune to sabotage their activism against corporate exploitation of local resources.
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Pedro Almodovar: Life needs fiction to make it bearable'

Fiction is essential for a more bearable life, as taught by Almodovar's mother.

A spy in the land of the privileged': why Eve Babitz's cult Hollywood memoir still matters 50 years on

Eve Babitz's book 'Eve's Hollywood' combines memoir, fiction, and essays in a unique genre-defying style.

Pedro Almodovar: Life needs fiction to make it bearable'

Fiction is essential for a more bearable life, as taught by Almodovar's mother.

A spy in the land of the privileged': why Eve Babitz's cult Hollywood memoir still matters 50 years on

Eve Babitz's book 'Eve's Hollywood' combines memoir, fiction, and essays in a unique genre-defying style.
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Ferdia Lennon: I was tired of Merchant Ivory accents'

Ferdia Lennon's novel explores themes of friendship and ambition through Athenian prisoners and Sicilian potters during the Peloponnesian War.

The Watermark by Sam Mills review a time-travelling romp

Sam Mills's 'The Watermark' is a whimsical adventure story that combines elements of humor, time travel, and self-reflection, asking readers to engage deeply.

The Funeral Crasher

The Joy of Funerals emphasizes the necessity for authentic human connection amid isolation, resonating with modern readers post-pandemic.

The best new novels for autumn 2024, from Sally Rooney to Jonathan Coe and Haruki Murakami

This autumn features an impressive array of novels from established and new authors, catering to the diverse preferences of readers.

The Hotel Avocado by Bob Mortimer review more affable nonsense

The Hotel Avocado offers a whimsical, absurd narrative filled with quirky humor and delightful storytelling, characteristic of Bob Mortimer's unique comedic style.

Middle Age and Absences

Reflecting on mortality and change as time progresses. Fiction on adult themes extends beyond sex, encompassing life experiences.

Nell Freudenberger Reads "Attila"

Nell Freudenberger is a renowned author with multiple fiction works, notably included in The New Yorker's '20 Under 40' Fiction Issue in 2010.

The Napkin Project: Summer Vacation Edition

Fiction and airports serve as portals to different worlds and stories, providing unique perspectives and memorable encounters.

View Hosts Jump In To Explain Guest John Grisham Did NOT Actually Say He Wanted to Assassinate Supreme Court Justices

The hosts quickly clarified that author John Grisham's mention of assassinating Supreme Court Justices was in the context of writing a fictional follow-up to his book, The Pelican Brief.

Alice Munro Reinvigorated the Short Story

Rebel against societal expectations and write fearlessly, merging personal experiences into fiction.

Pulitzer Prizes 2024: A Guide to the Winning Books and Finalists

Eighteen books were recognized for Pulitzer Prizes in various categories, exploring diverse themes such as survival, aging, and historical hypocrisies.

What You Should Be Reading This Winter According to Indie Booksellers - Electric Literature

You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue receives high praise for its originality and storytelling.
Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino is quirky, funny, and relatable to those who feel different.
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