Bold and Brave by K.A. Cummins

A new book is releasing August 31! This one is about a girl with autism who dreams of singing a solo. She gets scared, and readers will be waiting to see if she overcomes her fear. A blog tour has just started for the book, and you can read reviews and more details of theContinue reading “Bold and Brave by K.A. Cummins”

Biblical Books for Young Kids

Are you looking for books that expose young ones to biblical truth (especially in this day and age where relativism and ungodliness are running rampant)? If there’s a publisher that makes such books, wouldn’t it be worth supporting them financially? Wolfbane Books is such publisher, and the following pictures show the books they publish. TheyContinue reading “Biblical Books for Young Kids”

Book Review by K.A. Cummins – Drive-Thru Miracle

Today, I’m sharing a review of a book that tackles tough situations like bullying, disability, and questions about prayer. It’s the book Drive-Thru Miracle by Dana Edwards, and it’s geared toward middle grades. I haven’t read the book, but author K.A. Cummins wrote an excellent review on this and convinces me that this is anContinue reading “Book Review by K.A. Cummins – Drive-Thru Miracle”

Winter Puppy Books

Wish you can escape the heat for a little bit? How about some wintry adventures with a husky puppy named Birki? Here are videos of The Brave Little Puppy and The Puppy’s Wish, both read by kids. These books for young children were written by Lori Evert, with photographs by Per Breiehagen. Enjoy the cuteness!

Why Make a Map?

Hi, writers out there! Do you think you should make a map that features lands from your stories? Expect your readers to thank you for it, as they may appreciate a visual illustration of your world’s layout. It might ease the readability as they try to picture your story’s scenery. Even if you don’t writeContinue reading “Why Make a Map?”

National Rat Catcher’s Day?

Did you know that today is when we remember today’s exterminators? That’s right; we should all remember the folks who work hard to control wild rats and other pests who would make our lives miserable. The day also commemorates the famous Pied Piper story. Here’s a read-along by Emerald Game Cave of the famous fairyContinue reading “National Rat Catcher’s Day?”

Free and Discounted Kindle Books!

Middle grade author S.D. Smith has a sale on his Kindle books that you wouldn’t want to miss! Books include the Green Ember series, Tales of Old Natalia series, and the Green Ember Archer series. Here’s a video intro of the Green Ember tales. I myself have listened to the audiobook version of the firstContinue reading “Free and Discounted Kindle Books!”

Happy Independence Day!

Hi all! I hope you’ll have a blast watching the fireworks tonight (Notice the little pun I made.). In honor of this holiday, here’s a book read by Happy Cultivated. It’s called Apple Pie 4th of July, written by Janet S. Wong and illustrated by Margaret Chodos-Irvine. This story shows that you can be traditionalContinue reading “Happy Independence Day!”

Creative Writing for Kids

Still trying to find ways to have fun during the summer? How about activities that expand the imagination, like creating make-believe worlds worthy to be found in stories? Author Carmen White has ideas that would spark your child’s cleverness. You can find them on her website. One fun activity she lists is designing a houseContinue reading “Creative Writing for Kids”

“The Key to Reality” by F. Ted Atchley, III

A new book is released! No, it isn’t written by me. This one is written by my writer pal Ted Atchley. I actually got to critique a manuscript of this sci-fi thriller. Here’s the book’s official blurb: An Elite Cybersecurity Analyst.  A Desperate Rebellion’s Best Hope. Brandon thought the assignment was just another standard security assessment.Continue reading ““The Key to Reality” by F. Ted Atchley, III”