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Mark Craven is the author of several books and writes a self-development blog for his website, www.SuccessUpAhead.com. Mark also hosts the podcast, The Craven Effect. He has worked as a Math Instructor, Student Success Coach, and Senior Academic Advisor at the college level. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a master’s degree in Higher Education Management. Mark lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with his family ...more

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	Karyeator: The Five Immaculacies 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings — 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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Frankenstein

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A People's History of the United States

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