How do I copy audio tapes to my iMac?

I have some audio cassettes we made of the kids when they were little. I want to make them into CDs before the tapes break. (One already has and has been repaired.) Do I need a special application to do this? Can I do it on GarageBand? Please give me simple, step-by-step instructions. Thanks.

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