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    Lyrics

    By J. Elk-Baptisté

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    A volume of lyrics in a variety of styles, by J. Elk-Baptisté. For your enjoyment.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJ. Elk-Baptisté
    Release dateFeb 23, 2015
    ISBN9781311951410
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    J. Elk-Baptisté

    J. Elk-Baptisté the author of The Story of Tump, many short stories, poetry and lyrics. He and his family reside in Tasmania.

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