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From metaphors for our behavior to demonstrations of our superior status, we use animals to help define ourselves.
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Patchett, who also released an annotated version of her novel Bel Canto last year, added that she comes by her love of books ...
Shreveport author Ryan Combs has released his first children’s book, ‘My First Pair,’ which teaches kids the value of hard work and the pride of earning something on their own.