Welcome to an epic fantasy that will immerse you into the adventure of a lifetime. About the Book Book: The Light of Eidon Author: Karen Hancock Genre: Fantasy (reprint) Release Date: July 11, 2023 Special Hardcover Edition of a Classic Christian Fantasy Abramm has dedicated the last eight years of his life to becoming worthy to touch and tend the Sacred Flames of Eidon, and he expects to be blessed for his devotion and sacrifice. But on the eve of taking the vows that will irrevocably separate him from the life he was born to—as Abramm Kalladorne, fifth son of the king of Kiriath—he … Read More
Estuary: Oceans of Time, Book 1
Estuary… It’s been years since I read the River of Time series that precedes this one. But I felt like I was coming home after vacation, or maybe on a trip with friends I haven’t seen in a decade. The atmosphere was familiar and comfortable, though I doubt Luci would call it comfortable. Being sucked into the past, in a foreign country can’t be considered either familiar or comfortable, but for her, it was just ‘right’ and I enjoyed taking the journey with her. From the comfort of my world of climate-controlled spaces and modern conveniences. About the Book Book: Estuary … Read More
Managing Expectations in Relationships: 13 Great Christian Books About Relationships
My small group did a study on the book The Bait of Satan by John Bevere a couple of years ago. It went a long way towards helping me in managing my expectations in relationships with others. The subtitle of the book is “Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense.” When you think about it, we tend to get offended most when our expectations aren’t lived up to. We take it as a personal affront. If your baby pulled your hair or throws food, you do not take offense. You don’t expect them to behave any other way, they … Read More
A Heart for News
A Tropical setting, a little suspense, some extenuating circumstances, and just the right amount of romance! I couldn’t put A Heart for News down. It was quite a ride! I know I say that a lot, but I also choose very carefully, books I think will be like that, and I wait for days when I know I’ll be able to read a lot, days where don’t have chores and trips to town scheduled. (And, Yes, I schedule those things so I have days that can mostly be spent in a good book.) About the Book Book: A Heart for News … Read More
The Title Wave
Welcome aboard the Title Wave, a bookshop that sails from Island to Island. Ezra is in for quite the ride, between her dad’s wedding, her startup floating bookstore, and having ‘him’ return to the islands, avoid her, then need her help. About the Book Book: The Title Wave Author: Chautona Havig Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance Release date: April 25, 2023 All he wants to do is help people, but local women want to help themselves… to him! When Henri Tupuola returned to Suamalie to open his holistic mental health clinic, he had no idea what he was getting into. After ten years in Australia … Read More
How to Make Time For Reading
So, you keep hearing about awesome books, but just wonder, in your busy schedule, how to make time for reading them? Between the chores and the church activities, work, and family responsibilities, I get it. Reading time is precious, and can get squeezed out if we’re not careful. Maybe choosing to read isn’t always your first instinct, But if you take the time to read a good book regularly, you’ll be surprised how good you feel, and the cool things you’ll learn. How to Make Time for Reading More Books If you want to find time to read, you have to filter … Read More
Deep Dive into The Story Of Hagar in the Bible
Who was Hagar in the Bible? How does the Hagar and Abraham dynamic and Hagar and Sarah conflict fit into the grand tapestry of God’s Word? Do you know just how special Hagar’s son truly is? Let me invite you into the new Hagar Bible study by Shadia Hrichi. It will answer these questions and so many more. If you like going “Behind the SEEN” you’ll love this study. Spend some time with Hagar and those around her. Together with many of those whose lives tell of a relationship with The God who Sees; It’s awesome! Walking through the pages … Read More
United Forces: Dystopian for Kids
An unforgettable storyline with kids you may find yourself praying for accidentally (true confessions here, you guys!). Today we get to visit the Underground Book Readers Secret Society again, and see how they’re doing. If you recall, we first met them a few months ago, and I was eager for the opportunity to follow up with them. These kids are alone, with the “world force” in charge, but they have each other, and they have hope. About the Book Book: The Underground Book Readers: United Forces Author: Terry Overton Genre: Middle grade, pre-teen, teen dystopian Release date: March 1, 2023 In the second book … Read More
Wheelers Design: Pottery and Pineapples
Tropical islands, an incredible opportunity shared well, a few misunderstandings, and some beautiful lessons from both pottery and pineapples shape Wheeler’s Design into a must-read story! I read it in one sitting, and am still thinking about some of the lessons and fun several weeks later. Maybe you could request your local library purchase a copy. But find a way to get your hands on a copy of this one! About the Book Book: Wheeler’s Design Author: Rachel Skatvold Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance Release date: March 28, 2023 Clay is messy and so is Sabrina’s life sometimes, but will God mold it into a … Read More
Reading With Your Child: How To Make It Awesome
If you’re not part of the reading with your child club, please give me a chance to persuade you!There’s nothing quite like curling up on the couch to read with your child. Unless it’s when you reach a point where you take turns reading aloud while doing something else (driving, cooking…). Growing up, reading with my mom was my favorite part of the day. There’s the adventure, the closeness, something to talk about because of the shared experience… I’m a hug person, and my mom isn’t. But reading together was her way of hugging me. Up until I married, we … Read More