A Book Review of Range by Ronie Kendig, Book Three in the Metcalfes Series - A Redemptive Human Trafficking Romantic Suspense Novel

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

Another compelling release from beloved favorite, author Ronie Kendig! An unputdownable, heart-pounding, high-stakes suspense with a driven hero, strong heroine, romance and more!

With each main character fighting darkness from their past and for their own survival, this gritty narrative takes readers into the dark, hidden underworld of human trafficking which Kendig delivers in a tactful, delicate way while preserving hope, leaving readers with a sense of fulfillment and redemption.

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Discover New Children's Books - A Round Up of Our Favorite New Releases for Fall 2022

CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Toddlers, Preschoolers and elementary school aged children will love these brand new releases from Zonderkidz, Tommy Nelson and The Good Book Company featuring faith-based books with encouraging messages and imaginative stories!

With everything from a race car who’s worried about making mistakes or losing, to literary critters who inspire each other, to a 25 day Advent pop-out and play board book, these brand new books are sure to delight your children and be a fun, vibrant addition to your child’s library! Learn more here!

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Laura's Shadow by Allison Pittman, A Doors to the Past Novel | A Book Review of A Dual Timeline Novel Inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder

DOORS TO THE PAST

Author Allison Pittman entranced me with a slow burn style novel full of deep, dark secrets and a gritty, compelling family history!

As someone who grew up loving Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House on the Prairie and corresponding novels, this newest release from Barbour Publishing intrigued me! With quirky, strong female leads and a dual timeline story, Pittman offers readers a gritty, captivating new read!

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Engaging the Office Enemy by Kristin Canary, California Dreamin' Book 5 | A Mini Book Review of a Sweet Romantic Comedy

SWEET, ROMANTIC COMEDY

Hands down, my favorite book in Kristin Canary’s California Dreamin’ series!

Fake engagement · Office enemies to lovers · Vibrant personalities (and hair!) · Tough backgrounds · A Carribean cruise · A shared bed · A job interview · A common goal. Alexis and Dax drew me in immediately and their chemistry was on FIRE! Not to mention, much of the story takes place on a cruise ship which created a truly unique and enjoyable setting for this clean, sweet romantic comedy that is a must read!

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A Mini Book Review of Easy Does It by Brooke St. James | A Vintage 1960's Novel About Young Love and Perserverance

ROMANCE

Step back in time to the late 1960’s and the Strand in Galveston, TX where young love blossoms between Tess, an aspiring artist and “Easy” Billy Castro, a rising professional boxer.

Author Brooke St. James welcomes readers into a new series with this first installment of the Bank Street Stories, a multi-generational romance series. Readers are transported into the vintage days of time gone by in this clean, sweet romantic story about young love, overcoming and persevering.

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Dangerous Beauty by Melissa Koslin | A Book Review of a Thrilling Romantic Suspense Novel Based On Human Trafficking

A High Stakes Thriller

Absolutely Riveting… Koslin has masterfully created a daring, suspense-driven thriller that is not to be missed!

From the first chapter, Koslin tugged me into the dark underworld of human trafficking and fully immersed me in her brand new release, Dangerous Beauty. With a fast-pace, dynamic main characters and a captivating story line, I simply couldn’t put this book down!

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Eloise and the Grump Next Door, A Sweet Romantic Comedy by Emma St. Clair and Jenny Proctor | A Mini Book Review

SWEET, ROMANTIC COMEDY

A collaborative from two super-talented romcom authors? Yes, please! Absolutely loved this hilarious new release!

Small beachside town · Swoony Romance · Bumbling, brilliant heroine · Grumpy lawyer with a tender side · A pelican who lives on a porch · Age gap trope · Nosy neighbors and townspeople This story couldn’t have been more fun to read! I devoured it and most definitely recommend it.

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Beginning Our Homeschool Journey: Preschool, the Early Years Education at Home

HOMESCHOOL: PRESCHOOL

Beginning Our Homeschool Journey: Preschool, the Early Years Education at Home - How I Got Started and What I Did, Changed and Learned

Join me as I share our journey into homeschool beginning with the early years education of preschool. Learn the ways I changed our home and rhythms to include learning at home as well as how I started and what steps I took as a first time homeschooler! Find open ended toy suggestions, methods for preschool and our main focus of play-based learning including music, sensory play, dvds and more!

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A Mini Book Review of Shaped By The Waves by Christina Suzann Nelson

EMOTIONAL DRAMA

What a powerful story of family, love, grief, loss and motherhood! I dearly loved the story tucked within the pages of Shaped by the Waves.

Christina Suzann Nelson has a beautiful way of softly unfolding her masterfully crafted novels, intertwining multiple characters lives and stories in a way that is profound, deep and extremely relatable.

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Introducing the Epic Story of RJ and York, a trilogy series from USA Today Bestselling Author, Susan May Warren!

A BINGE-WORTHY TRILOGY!

An epic international adventure with breathtaking danger, heart-pounding suspense, riveting action scenes, a profound faith message and captivating romance!

Warren takes readers on an incredible adventure while expanding the love story of two powerful, dynamic characters from her beloved Montana Marshalls series with the Epic Adventure of RJ and York. These three fast-paced, highly entertaining novels build on each other and culminate in a way that was deeply satisfying and unbelievably exciting. Readers will NOT WANT TO MISS THIS MINI SERIES!

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A Mini Book Review of Edge of Dusk by Colleen Coble, A Romantic Suspense Novel

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

Escape to Rock Harbor, a fictional town on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in USA Today’s Bestselling Author Colleen Coble’s newest release…

When frightening events take place and a old murder case comes back into the light, Coble captivates readers with multiple mysteries being unearthed simultaneously in this newest release! A hint of romance and the first in a brand new series!

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Kids Activity: Build An Ocean Theme Coral Reef Sensory Tray - An Invitation to Play and Learn

KIDS ACTIVITY

Build An Ocean Theme Coral Reef Sensory Tray - Invitation to Play and Learn

Children will LOVE this exciting, hands-on activity that is both sensory based and educational! My preschool-age daughter and I loved building a coral reef out of dry, colored pasta noodles and sand play dough during our summer unit study of the ocean and marine life.

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