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BookTok hits like 'Fourth Wing' and 'Sunrise at the Reaping' are saving brick-and-mortar bookstores across the country

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BookTok hits like 'Fourth Wing' and 'Sunrise at the Reaping' are bringing bookstores back to life

BookTok is an online community that is predominantly made up of women. And they have had a real-world impact on bookstores.
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In a previously unaired interview, Dr. Jane Goodall talked to environmentalist Dax Dasilva about the importance of small actions and never losing hope.
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