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“If You Were Me and Lived In….Colonial America” by Carole P. Roman

Posted on November 16, 2016 by Becky

Wow, Pilgrim, What a Life!  What would it have been like if your family was so unhappy in 1620 England, they moved to the  Dutch Netherlands, and then on to Colonial America?  If you were a child at that time, … Continue reading →

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Giveaway! “Christmas Love Letters from God Bible Stories” by Glenys Nellist

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Becky

Just in time for Christmas! This adorable children’s book contains the Biblical version of the Christmas story written in a captivating way.  Since this volume is geared toward ages four to eight, the story is told in simple language that … Continue reading →

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“If You Were Me and Lived In The American West” by Carole P. Roman

Posted on November 2, 2016 by Becky

Trails West! What was it like to cross the 1843 American prairie in a covered wagon, and start a new life in The West?  Be prepared to be transported back in time to witness what an Ohio family of four, … Continue reading →

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“A Night of Great Joy” by Mary Engelbreit

Posted on October 29, 2016 by Becky

Merry Christmas! This beautifully illustrated, hard-backed book tells the story of a children’s Christmas pageant.  In the true whimsical style of the author, many of the scenes have something that has gone wrong–two of the children are fighting over one … Continue reading →

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“Tangled Webs” by Irene Hannon

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Becky

Can The End Really Justify The Means? Take two people that have each retreated to remote cabins trying to overcome some traumatic events in their past, add in some possible underwater treasure, along with a secret meth lab–and you have … Continue reading →

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“The Devoted” by Suzanne Woods Fisher

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Becky

Is The Grass Any Greener On The Other Side? Do you ever daydream about being part of the Amish people, enjoying their close community and strong family ties? That is how Patrick Kelly feels, and he has come to Stoney … Continue reading →

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“Moments with the Savior” By Ken Gire

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Becky

How Do You Say Relax? Although this amazing book is considered a devotional, it is so much more.  It is heavy, both literally and figuratively, because there is a lot packed into its pages.  The beautiful padded cover has strong … Continue reading →

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“The Wedding Shop” by Rachel Hauck

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Becky

Nothing New Under the Sun? Two women’s stories of love and loss are separated by decades, yet an abandoned building in Heart’s Bend unites them both.   Cora Scott is a business owner, an unusual position to have in a small … Continue reading →

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“When Love Arrives” by Johnnie Alexander

Posted on October 10, 2016 by Becky

I’ve Got a Secret–or Two! Brett Somers is handsome, rich and self-assured, and despite never meeting him, Dani is sure he is also cocky and selfish.  She plans to put him in his place, publically.   Following him, and secretly … Continue reading →

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“This Road We Traveled” by Jane Kirkpatrick

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Becky

Would You Do This, Could You? Imagine riding a bumpy oxen cart on unbroken ground over 2,000 miles.  That is what Tabitha Brown did in 1846.  What makes it even more remarkable was that she did this as a widow … Continue reading →

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