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Tichaona Chinyelu

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I am a mad reader, no doubt. Over the 30 days, I have added about 10 books to my to-be-read pile. I routinely adjust my Goodreads currently reading list. Recently, I attempted to put a bit more discipline to my reading list by deciding to finish one book before I start another. I wish I could bring such orderliness to my writing process. I have become a haphazard writer – especially during this cu Read more of this blog post »

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	Still Living on my Feet 3.60 avg rating — 5 ratings — published 2007 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	In the Whirlwind 2.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2006	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Step Up To The Mic: A Poetic Explosion by Michael J. Burt (Editor / Contributor), Tichaona Chinyelu (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Veronica J. Hill (Contributor) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2007 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Provisions: The Roots of Caribbean Cooking—150 Vegetarian Recipes

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