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    Born in Burntwood
    Born in Burntwood
    Born in Burntwood
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    Born in Burntwood

    By Diane Parker

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    About this ebook

    From an early age, Ive enjoyed writing poetry, as I have found inspiration from daily life and the events that shaped it. I would like to share my experiences with others.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherXlibris UK
    Release dateSep 12, 2018
    ISBN9781543492514
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