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"Writing this book was very therapeutic because it helped me face my relationship with my dad."

Dexter S. King, American Activist

Father, Dad, Writing

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"Writing this book was very therapeutic because it helped me face my relationship with my dad."

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"Writing this book was very therapeutic because it helped me face my relationship with my dad."

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