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ESCAPE FROM MARIUPOL: A Survivor’s True Story by Anne K. Howard Wins at the 2023 IRDAs!

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ESCAPE FROM MARIUPOL wins 2023 IRDA

We are thrilled to announce that ESCAPE FROM MARIUPOL: A Survivor’s True Story written by Anne K. Howard with Adoriana Marik has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Independent Reader's Choice Book Award (IRDAs) in the Biography category!

This well-deserved recognition is a true testament to Howard's unwavering dedication as an author and her sincere commitment to illuminating important issues through meticulous research and attention to detail. Her ability to empathize with and deeply respect her subjects shines brightly in her writing. We wholeheartedly congratulate Anne K. Howard and Adoriana Marik on this achievement. Their collaboration has resulted in a remarkable book that touches the hearts of readers and brings Adoriana's important story to light. Well done!

We also want to express our gratitude to our readers for their unwavering support, as your enthusiasm has played a crucial role in helping authors like Howard reach impressive milestones.

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