On Our Bookshelf: Bacon’s Very Important Christmas Job by Tina Neely
I know it’s not the Christmas season, but let’s have a little Christmas in July fun! Summary Bacon’s Very Important Christmas Job, written and illustrated by Tina Neely, is the story about Bacon, a potbelly pig who wants to help his forever family with Christmas preparations. He tries making toys, singing songs, and sealing the […]
On Our Bookshelf: Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey
When my dad passed away in April 2024, a friend mailed me a copy of the devotional Every Moment Holy Volume 1 written by Douglas Kaine McKelvey and published by Rabbit Room Press. There are several volumes in the series, and I have since purchased Volume 2 which is entitled Every Moment Holy – Death, […]
On Our Bookshelf: Great Gusts by Melanie Crowder and Megan Benedict
Join us for a review of “Great Gusts: Winds of the World and the Science Behind Them” by Melanie Crowder and Megan Benedict.
On Our Bookshelf: The Gospel Story for Kids by Tama Fortner
If you’re looking for a condensed gospel presentation to use as an affordable giveaway for children’s ministry events or something that’s lightweight for mailing, consider The Gospel Story for Kids: God’s Story of Love from Creation to Revelation by Tama Fortner. Of course, a full version of the Bible is the very best presentation of […]
Offsides by Lori Z. Scott
One of my favorite books in elementary school was Meghan Rose Has Ants in Her Pants by Lori Z. Scott. When I heard that she also writes YA novels, I was curious to see how they would compare. I was excited to find out that her sense of humor carries over to her most recent […]
God’s Perfect Peace
Some books feel like a gift — and God’s Perfect Peace by Glenys Nellist is one of those rare treasures. It’s more than just a bedtime story; it’s a beautifully written and illustrated blessing and invitation to rest in God’s love and peace. Honestly, it’s the kind of book you’ll want to hold onto long […]
3 Benefits of Beta Reading and Book Reviewing
Have you ever considered beta reading or book reviewing? Check out 3 benefits of being a beta reader or book reviewer.
On Our Bookshelf: Remmy’s Sticky Situation by Cindy Lynn Sawyer
THE SYNOPSIS Remmy Raccoon is excited because the fair is in town—and that means carnival food! He is very hungry. He dumpster dives to find his favorite munchables, but don’t worry, he always washes them before eating. When he finds a pink, fluffy confectionary treat, it quickly disappears before he can eat it! He goes […]
Review of Guess Who Is in God’s Family
In Karen Ferguson’s newest picture book, Guess Who Is in God’s Family, Papa Joe once again opens God’s Word to satisfy Lucy’s curiosity about her family. Papa Joe explains God’s creation of the very first family, and that we all came from this first family in gentle, kid-friendly language. He reminds Lucy that God planned […]
Half-Truths by Carol Baldwin
As I’ve said before, I enjoy reading historical fiction novels, and I was especially excited to get to read an ARC of Half-Truths by Carol Baldwin. I first met Mrs. Baldwin at a Write2Ignite conference in 2018, and she walked me through writing my first book review for Write2Ignite. Her advice and encouragement have helped […]