Charming Chapter : A Later-in-Life Just Kisses Romance by Lori Haas My rating: 5 of 5 stars I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about this going in, but quickly became engrossed. First off, this book really got me thinking about my relationship with my own mother, to just spend time with her, […]
Planting Seeds: Growing Mindful Children Through Yoga by Janice Pratt My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a great book and tool for teachers. There are many great things in this book to teach our children, eating healthy, gratitude, lessons about how things grow after planting and so much more. I really liked how with […]
Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars Excellent book to teach children all the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. I forgot myself, how much really goes into owning a dog, so there are some good points to […]
The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 3 of 5 stars An introduction to fireflies. Everyone loves catching fireflies when they are young, I like how Loretta is interested in the life of the fireflies and tries to watch them in her ant farm, until she has to set them free so […]
The Hidden Present by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars As always, I love the artwork in the Caspian books. The relationship Caspian has with his grandpa is sweet, and I like that they have such a bond. This wasn’t my favorite unbirthday present, but still fun to watch Caspian discover all the […]
Outcast by Catherine Banks My rating: 5 of 5 stars Excellent start! I finished so quick and now I am in deep anticipation for the next book. Ember is a real sweet heart, she is so pure of heart, wanting to take care all of the injured hybrids that stumble upon her door step and […]
The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wonderful book. I love reading about other cultures and traditions. The pictures along with the book are beautiful and make the story that much more interesting. It is so nice to hear that the children are able to get out of school […]
Basil by K. Rose My rating: 4 of 5 stars Fun story. Part of dialogue and mannerisms made me cringe, like when JJ says “bruh” and gets high or makes pot references. I just felt like his character would have been better without all of that. I can’t understand why it takes JJ and Jo […]
Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a fun third book to the Nessie series. I think Craig and Linda’s parents by the end of this book are about tired of hearing the words “Nessie” and “monsters” and they may not take a vacation near water […]
Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes My rating: 5 of 5 stars Excellent story. I loved the artwork, and the lesson learned here about being courageous enough to ask for help when it is needed. You will always have friends willing to lend a hand in your troubling situations. It was also sweet to […]
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a fun story. I really enjoy Carrie’s adventures with her grandmother’s things. This time she discovers magic Wandas, her mom sees a doll, but Carrie sees a living and talking being. It is really cool that Lily makes her wishes reality while waiting […]
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Absolutely loved this book. The next object Carrie finds in her Grandmother’s things are sticks that help her find treasure. Her dad is wanting to find a well of water but Carrie is looking for real treasure. The ending made me smile when, Carrie […]
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes My rating: 5 of 5 stars Once again another G Pa Rhymes book with absolutely beautiful artwork and a wonderful lesson. This book is great to show kids, lying can hurt others and yourself, and friends will always understand and help you in any situation. I love following […]
Nessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars I am really enjoying the adventures with Craig and Linda and their mission to save Nessie’s Grotto. I didn’t think they would ever see Nessie again from the last time they were there, their parents seemed really upset with them […]
A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo My rating: 4 of 5 stars A nice personal testimony of this author being saved and her belief in the Lord. I was worried about the cat, Muffin, the whole book more than anything, I love animals and because Muffin escaped during the cold, my […]
Sasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights My rating: 5 of 5 stars The artwork in this book is beautiful. I love that this is a collection of short stories about the different things Sasha faces in school. She labels herself as a “geek” but comes to realize others like the same things […]
Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes My rating: 5 of 5 stars Beautiful artwork and beautiful story and lesson to be learned. I love seeing all the friends coming together to clean up the beach and the waters. It was heart breaking to see the turtle, Fay with the pop can plastic around. […]
Shifter Shorts by T.K. Lawyer My rating: 4 of 5 stars A fun book full of short stories of different shifter types, they love they find and the hurdles they have to overcome. My favorite of the short stories was House of Harlots, I loved the heartbreak Ivy goes through and the way her and […]
A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes My rating: 5 of 5 stars The art work is beautiful, I love the characters and the story is an excellent lesson for children. Cray may have been having fun pinching and teasing his friends, but they did not like it. I love that the friends […]
The Scent of Snow by Giovanna Siniscalchi My rating: 5 of 5 stars I really enjoyed this book. I did not read The Taste of Light that this novella has come stemmed from but, I was able to understand the character dynamic and the story easily enough. This story really had me drawn to Anne […]
Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 4 of 5 stars My favorite part of this book is the artwork of all the dogs and the water. I like that this points out that each dog, like each human is different and all have […]
The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde My rating: 5 of 5 stars I had previous read Mr. Wimp, but was more than happy to re read it all over again in order in the box set for the first 4 books. I can’t which […]
Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars This may be one of my favorites from Lois Wickstrom. I really loved the magic and imagination that went into this story. Craig and Linda are on the search for Nessie, and Craig has a lot of learning to do, […]
Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery by Hazel Smith My rating: 5 of 5 stars I did not read the first book and I wish I did because it would have given me some insight to the characters and the town of Laurel Lake. Although I didn’t read the first book, […]
The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am so in love with mm romance and this story really interested me. The concept of Leilphun being a “warrior” and he kind of grows into this being to help defend and protect Kasper. I love the attachment Kasper […]
A Journey for Dorothy by P. Creeden My rating: 5 of 5 stars Very sweet historical and christian romance. I can’t imagine Dorothy’s pain in losing her husband so young, but her faith in God has her pressing onward and on her way to visit her sister. She uses her gifts as a nurse to […]
Carrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Most kids think about flying at one point and this book feeds into that sweet fantasy. Who wouldn’t want to fly with the birds? The story of her grandmother’s wings and how they are passed down through the family is sweet and it is […]
A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann My rating: 4 of 5 stars I really enjoyed this story. I loved how Anne’s relationship with God was so important that she wanted that in her partner as well. Andy and Anne are a very sweet couple and I am glad to see they found each other […]
I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu My rating: 5 of 5 stars Very cute! I love that this book showcases the beauty that is found in looks, culture, learning, family and everyday life. The art is beautiful, bright and colorful. The book shows that there […]
Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wonderful Journal. The artwork in this book is beautiful, it makes me feel a sense of relaxation and calmness. The prompts in this journal really helped me get things off my chest and just made me feel […]
