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    Apollo's Arrows
    Apollo's Arrows
    Apollo's Arrows
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    Apollo's Arrows

    By George Pestana

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    17 poems for thinkers. Sample or preview my work on this page, or download the 3 free poems in "Breathing in Quarantine"; if you like what you read, consider purchasing to support my work. Thanks!

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGeorge Pestana
    Release dateMay 3, 2020
    ISBN9780463870518
    Apollo's Arrows
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    George Pestana

    George Pestana (a.k.a. "OddWritings") publishes his poetry in both traditional forms - eBooks and print books - as well as in the form of digital collectibles. See his website for an up-to-date listing of publications.

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