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Joel Golby's Book Club

INTERVIEW: SHEENA PATEL

Season 1, Ep. 12.5

In this special bonus episode, Joel speaks to Sheena Patel about her creative influences, the process of writing and crafting her incredible debut novel, 'I'm A Fan'.

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