How do you feel about reminders, whether they’re sent via email, text, or voicemail? I at least tolerate them. After all, if I’m super-swamped with the to-dos, it’s nice to have someone remind me of an appointment or opportunity I don’t want to forget. That said, here’s a reminder of several opportunities. One is theContinue reading “Reminders, Reminders, Reminders”
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Coming Soon: On Hidden Wings by Adare Elyse
Mark your calendars! In two weeks, the middle grade novel On Hidden Wings, written by Adare Elyse, will be released. What is this book about? Here’s Adare’s blurb: First rule: hide your true self. Becka’s secret endangers her life. She’s a winged Centaur in a kingdom now systematically hunting all non-Humans to enslave them—or worse.Continue reading “Coming Soon: On Hidden Wings by Adare Elyse”
God’s Fireflies
Can God answer prayer in a way that seems magical? Here’s a short story by Kathleen Mincer that shows something like that. Actually, this tale is based on the true story of a young woman who did mission work in Australia. Take a look at this beautiful illustration by Kevin Keele. Read more to watchContinue reading “God’s Fireflies”
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”
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!”
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”
Coloring Pages and Science Experiments!
Are you on summer vacation yet? If you don’t want your kids spending hours in front of the screen during the summer, there are many things you can do as a family. For starters, you can do science experiments at home! K.A. Cummins has compiled a package of science experiments based on her children’s bookContinue reading “Coloring Pages and Science Experiments!”
Did You Know I Wrote Another Book Review?
To answer the title question, I did write a review that was posted last month on Story Warren. There you’ll read more about the historical novel for middle graders called The Bobtails Meet the Preacher’s Kid. But this is no ordinary preacher’s kid; this preacher’s kid is a troubled one. This book was written byContinue reading “Did You Know I Wrote Another Book Review?”
Middle Grade Books on Dogs: Review Four
Here’s the last review for now. Hope you had fun reading my previous posts on dog books. Be ready for when I write more reviews on canine stories. Hachiko Waits by Lesléa Newman Hachiko Waits is a fictionalized story based on a true account. It takes place in Japan, starting with Hachiko’s puppyhood and hisContinue reading “Middle Grade Books on Dogs: Review Four”
K.A. Ramstad 