The Fantastic Four were the first superhero family in the Marvel universe. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, these four superheroes have been widely loved by readers for decades. Over the years, ...

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Julie Ryan McGue, who grew up in the western suburbs, is back with her third book and will sign copies in Downers Grove.

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