Episode 237: Douglas Stewart

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Episode 237: Douglas Stewart

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Dec 7, 2017

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Douglas Stewart is an avid amateur poker player who plays in live tournaments whenever his schedule allows, but makes his living as a literary agent in New York City where he focuses on working with novelists as well as with ... Read more...

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Dec 7, 2017

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Episode 237: Douglas Stewart

Episode 237: Douglas Stewart

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