Review: These Nameless Things by Shawn Smucker

Review: These Nameless Things by Shawn Smucker

From the Back Cover Once held captive and tortured on a mysterious mountain, Dan was lucky to have made it out alive. But freedom comes at a cost. Left with little memory of the horrific ordeal, Dan can recall one thing – his escape meant leaving his brother...
Review: Stories That Bind Us by Susie Finkbeiner

Review: Stories That Bind Us by Susie Finkbeiner

From the Back Cover Betty Sweet never expected to be a widow at forty. With so much life still in front of her, she tries to figure out what’s next, never imagining what God had in mind.  When her estranged sister returns to town, Betty finds herself taking on...
Review: Hadley Beckett’s Next Dish by Bethany Turner

Review: Hadley Beckett’s Next Dish by Bethany Turner

From the Back Cover: Celebrity chef Maxwell Cavanagh is known for many things: his multiple Michelin stars, his top-rated Culinary Channel show, To the Max, and most of all his horrible temper. Hadley Beckett, host of the Culinary Channel’s other top-rated show, At...
2019 Kids Book Gift List

2019 Kids Book Gift List

In the last month, I’ve been asked by several different people for book recommendations for the kids in their lives. I answered like I always do – then it hit me. If two are wondering, I bet a whole lot more could benefit from the same info. I hope this...
Wednesday Wars, Shakespeare and You

Wednesday Wars, Shakespeare and You

It was my middle son who told me that I HAD to read The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt. His older sister, rather than her usual contrarianism, actually joined him in his attempt to convince me. That’s how I knew it must be really good. But I confess, it took...