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James Garside

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Born
in West Yorkshire, The United Kingdom
June 23

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James Garside is an independent journalist and writer. He uses goodreads to keep track of the books he's read and the books he wants to read before he dies. There's more on his bucket list than anyone could read in one lifetime, which is a little bit presumptuous. For more information please visit: jamesgarside.net/links

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