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What Not to Miss at Printed Matter's 2019 NY Art Book Fair
If you're making your way to Long Island City for the anticipated event, make sure not to miss these highlights.
Jasmine Weber
Jasmine Weber is an artist, writer, and former news editor at Hyperallergic.
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