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Voodoo shop

In 'Voodoo Shop,' readers are transported to a world where the enigmatic owner of a voodoo shop weaves spells and rituals that intertwine with the lives of the townspeople. The story delves into the realm of the supernatural, exploring themes of fate, destiny, and the power of belief. The shop itself becomes a character, a place where the extraordinary meets the ordinary, and where the boundaries between the two are often indistinguishable. more

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Ruth Padel
Ruth Padel

Ruth Padel (born May 8, 1946) is a British poet, novelist, and nonfiction writer known for her nature-themed poetry and literary criticism. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and served as the first female Professor of Poetry at Oxford University (2009-2015). Born in London to a biologist father and writer mother, Padel blends science, nature, and humanities in her work. Her notable works include 'Darwin: A Life in Poems' and 'Tiger'. She has won multiple awards, including the Costa Book Award and the Royal Society Science Book Prize. Padel is also an advocate for environmental conservation and animal rights. more

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