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    Short Stories by Texas Students
    Short Stories by Texas Students
    Short Stories by Texas Students
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    Short Stories by Texas Students

    By B Alan Bourgeois

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    A collection of award-winning short stories written by Texas Students in grades 6-12. This is Volume 2 with 10 stories. These short stories will take you on a variety of journey's as seen through the eyes of Texas Students. Each giving you a glimpse into American life and thought, while entertaining you. 
     
    A portion from the sales of this book bene?it the Texas Authors Institute of History, museum's literacy fund that helps promotes future writers. Help us raise money for literacy while enjoying a good book.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherB Alan Bourgeois
    Release dateApr 29, 2020
    ISBN9781732367999
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