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Book Trailer: Jazz in Love by Neesha Meminger



Check out Jazz in Love by Neesha Meminger (Ignite Books, 2011)!
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  1. Kristi's Book NookDecember 25, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    Very nicely done. It kept my attention and I want to read it to see if she finds her way around love. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 27, 2010 at 3:12 AM

    I'll be reviewing this wonderful book this week along with a contest!

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  3. Tarie SabidoDecember 27, 2010 at 11:04 AM

    Hi, Kristi! I particularly like the music. =D

    Hi, Edi! Yay for contests!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    I'm looking forward to reading this book!

    Have a great New Year.

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  5. Tarie SabidoJanuary 2, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Happy New Year, Medeia!

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