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Kids Books About Anger

June 22, 2021May 22, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
a little girl with an angry face wearing a pink shirt

If you’re looking for kids books about anger, check out this new book! Learn more about one of my favorite books about anger for kids. It can be so difficult to help children understand their feelings and manage them appropriately. Have you seen this kids grief journal yet? Or, you might be wondering how to […]

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Your Next Level Life

June 17, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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Have you read Your Next Level Life by Karen Arrington? Learn more about this new book from one of the most popular African American life coaches. Self-help books can really help you re-evaluate your life and see things from a different perspective. Did you check out my thoughts on Minimalism? Or, you may enjoy my […]

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Books about the Zoo for Kids

June 13, 2021September 10, 2022 ellen 28 Comments Books
a woman reading books about the zoo for kids to a younger child

Celebrate National Zoo Keeper Week, July 20-26, with these books about the Zoo for kids. Check out my top picks for zoo books for kids. Celebrates zoos as well as zookeepers and their dedication to animal care, conservation, and education. Your little ones are sure to go “wild” over these two books. They are great […]

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Cliffhanger by Michael R. French

May 16, 2021October 1, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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Cliffhanger by Michael R. French is a futuristic thriller or mystery set in the near future (2030). Check out my book review to learn more. So, if you enjoy stories set in the future, you may want to read Sins of Our Mothers next. Or, you may enjoy these dystopian love stories. Fans of mysteries […]

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Sins of Our Mothers by Nicole Souza

May 2, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen 2 Comments Books
Sins of Our Mothers by Nicole Souza is a dystopian novel that takes place over 1500 years in the future. Learn more about this futuristic society.

Sins of Our Mothers by Nicole Souza is a dystopian novel that takes place over 1500 years in the future. Learn more about this futuristic society. Dystopian fiction is definitely one of my favorite genres and I read it all the time. Have you checked out my thoughts on Glistening Rebellion? Or, you may enjoy […]

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Love at First by Kate Clayborn

March 23, 2021January 7, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
Wondering about Love at First by Kate Clayborn?  Check out this contemporary romance that made me laugh, smile and enjoy from start to finish.

Wondering about Love at First by Kate Clayborn?  Check out this contemporary romance that made me laugh, smile and enjoy from start to finish. One of my favorite ways to relax is with a good book. Have I mentioned my stack of beach reads that I work through every summer? If you’re hoping to add […]

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Valentine’s Day Board Books

January 16, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen 4 Comments Books
a toddler reading a book

Looking for Valentine’s Day board books? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, here are the best Valentine’s Day books for toddlers. February 14th is just one of those holidays that brings a smile to my face each year. Maybe it’s the pretty red and pink hearts that pop up everywhere. Or, maybe it’s the […]

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Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy

October 26, 2020December 25, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Looking for a Christmas romance? Check out my thoughts on Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy. You have got to get a copy of this book today!

Looking for a Christmas romance? Check out my thoughts on Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy. You have got to get a copy of this book today! I just love a good romance story. Have you had a chance to check out my thoughts on A Royal Christmas Wish yet? Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy I […]

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Fall Stories for Kids to Celebrate Autumn

September 13, 2020April 9, 2022 ellen 6 Comments Books
a father reading to a child beneath a tree

These fall stories for kids are a wonderful way to celebrate the changing season. Get the list of best fall books for younger kids here. I love the change of seasons and when it cools down outside. In Vermont, the leaves start to change colors and make the scenery even more beautiful. I’ve talked about […]

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Survivor by Pauline Creeden

September 7, 2020April 9, 2022 ellen 2 Comments Books

Looking for good zombie books? Check out my thoughts on Survivor by Pauline Creeden and start reading today. I am all about dystopian fiction and when you add zombies and aliens into the mix, it’s just about perfect. If you enjoy zombies as much as I do, you have got to check out these horror […]

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Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.

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