Monthly Archives: July 2022

“Inventions of the Heart” by Mary Connealy

Hiding Out! Join three sisters on the run from their stepfather. Until a few years ago, the girls lived a wonderful life with their mother and father. Their father’s unfortunate death changed everything. Their mother married a mean man who … Continue reading

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“The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip” by Sara Brunsvold

It’s Not Over Until….. Aidyn is a young reporter for Kansas City’s newspaper, The Star. In the time she has been at the newspaper, she has felt over-looked and under-appreciated. She pours out her woes to her boss’s boss. By … Continue reading

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“Off the Chain: Gone to the Dogs” by Janice Thompson

For the Love of Animals! Marigold loves her job working as a vet tech at the Lone Star Vet Clinic. But she has a bigger dream: that of opening a dog rescue operation. Among other things, she will need money, … Continue reading

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German Red Cabbage, Naturally Gluten-Free

6 Apples, peeled & cored; then grated or chopped 1 chopped onion 1 head Red Cabbage, rinsed, core removed and chopped 4 cups 100% Juice, Apple Juice 1 pkg. Bacon, cooked & crumbled 3/4 cup Swerve (or sweetener of choice) … Continue reading

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“The Apostle’s Sister” by Angela Hunt

What If? The Apostle Paul had a sister? In this book, we meet Aya, a beautiful teenager that is being forced into an arranged marriage. Aya wants a life besides that of a wife and mother, she wants to use … Continue reading

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Sloppy Joes Gluten-Free

Ingredients 2 pounds ground meat, ½ ground turkey + ½ ground pork* 1 large onion, chopped 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 cup low sugar ketchup ¼ cup gluten-free bbq sauce 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons brown sugar Swerve, or sweetener … Continue reading

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“I Am a Baby” by Bob Shea

A New Life! This book celebrates the changes that come to a household when a baby joins it.  Suddenly, the amount of sleep, food, and recreation a person gets changes.  Why is that? When a baby comes into your home, … Continue reading

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“Splash” by Leslie Patricelli

A Day at the Sea Shore! Join two friends that have an adventure when they spend a day at the beach.  The two have a really good time playing, walking in the water, eating snacks and running from the waves. … Continue reading

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“Where the Road Bends” by Rachel Fordham

Don’t Give Up! Norah lost both her parents early in her life. Because her father had been a gambler, his death left Norah in terrible financial shape. In an attempt to hold onto her family farm, she was willing to … Continue reading

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“Southern Baby: Southern Sayings for Little Ones” by Rebekah Moredock

Bless Your Heart! Learn the fun ways that people in the southern part of the U.S. refer to different things in life.  Maybe you already know these sayings and use them. For instance, do you know what cattywampus means?  How … Continue reading

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