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Can anyone solve the musty book syndrome

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Hi guys and gals!!
Does anyone know how to remove that yucky musty smell books develop when they are stored away for a long, long, time?? Would love to hear if someone knows the "cure"...I have tons of old books that were packed away for years in storage and would love to freshen them up if I can... :-)

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