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Newark mother creates program to help get people excited about reading

News 12’s Amanda Lee spoke with Rachel Wagner about her program Ten Dollar Books.

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Feb 13, 2024, 4:16 PM

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In a world of digital devices and streaming services, one mom from Newark is trying to get more people to read.

News 12’s Amanda Lee spoke with Rachel Wagner, an English teacher, author and mother about her program Ten Dollar Books.

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