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- ↑ Reginald, R. (September 2010). Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature Vol 2. Wildside Press LLC. p. 981. ISBN 9780941028783.
- ↑ Loomis, Noel M. (2001). Short Cut to Red River. Center Point Pub. ISBN 9781585470938 . Retrieved October 21, 2018.
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