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 The book is available at this URL:
 `https://www.manning.com/books/nim-in-action <https://manning.com/books/nim-in-action?a_aid=niminaction&a_bid=78a27e81>`_
 
-**For a limited time only, you can use the discount code** ``mlpicheta`` **to get 50% off Nim in Action!**
-
 The first three chapters are available for download
 as an eBook through Manning's Early Access program. You can download a free
 sample of the book containing the first chapter as well!