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“Her Only Wish” by Shelley Shepard Gray

Posted on June 1, 2023 by WordPress.com Support

Betsy’s Turn Betsy, part of the Amish community, has had her life dictated by her health. Whether being hospitalized, or having her family keep her in a bubble to try to keep her healthy, Betsy has missed out on a … Continue reading →

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“The Secret to Happiness” by Suzanne Woods Fisher

Posted on April 28, 2023 by WordPress.com Support

What Makes You Happy? Callie has fled to her Aunt Marnie’s to bury herself in bed after being publicly humiliated, and fired from her head chef’s job. That is because a mistake on her part caused hundreds of people to … Continue reading →

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“Slow Dog” by Joy Johnston

Posted on December 26, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrations by Lana Lee Slow Down! Destiny’s grandmother has a dog, Murphy, who is the slowest dog in the world. At least, Destiny thinks so. She has lots of energy so does things like running or playing really fast. Little … Continue reading →

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“How to Teach Your Cat a Trick in Five Easy Steps” by Nicola Winstanley

Posted on December 5, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrated by Zoe Si Every Dog has His Day, and so do Cats! Is this a children’s book that also appeals to adults? Or, an adult book that children will like as well. This tongue-in-cheek book tells the story of … Continue reading →

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“Sundown” by Susan May Warren

Posted on October 8, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Chasing Spies, Falling in Love! Tae, a scientist, has been desperately working on a vaccine to combat a deadly virus. She starts dating Sergei who, unknown to her, is a Russian spy who wants her research. He plans to let … Continue reading →

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“The Secrets of Emberwild” by Stephenia H. McGee

Posted on August 20, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

A Heart’s Desire! Nora has big plans for their horse farm, Emberwild. After she tames her horse Arrow, she plans to race him. Nora has no doubts that he will win, which will attract lots of stud fees. However, her … Continue reading →

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“Never Leave Me” by Jody Hedlund

Posted on December 18, 2021 by WordPress.com Support

                      Time After Time! Prepare yourself for time travel, and a cure for diseases that is so incredible that no one believes it–except for rival pharmaceuticals that will kill to … Continue reading →

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“Every Knee Shall Bow” by Bryan Litfin

Posted on August 31, 2021 by WordPress.com Support

A Grand Adventure! The beautiful Flavia, a devout Christian who grew up with a life of privilege is thrown together with Rex, a tough soldier who believes there is no difference between Christianity, and the worship of the old gods. … Continue reading →

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“A Midnight Dance” by Joanna Davidson Politano

Posted on August 11, 2021 by WordPress.com Support

                      Getting What You Always Wanted? A disfiguring fire in Victorian England cut short the career of Ella’s mom, a famous ballerina.  Because of that, Ella grew up in poverty … Continue reading →

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