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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
a book laying in the green grass

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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Do I Bother You at Night by Troy Aaron Ratliff

August 16, 2020January 7, 2023 ellen 6 Comments Books
an old spooky house in the country under a full moon

Looking for small-town horror stories? Check out Do I Bother You at Night by Troy Aaron Ratliff for a book you cannot put down. I absolutely love the horror genre and have shared several different stories here that I loved to read. Have you had a chance to check out Suffer Asylum by Jack Carl […]

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Empower Girls With This Children’s Book

April 22, 2020December 4, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
Empower Girls With This Children's Book

How can we empower girls to be the best they can be? And, how can we inspire them to be bold and accomplish their dreams? That was the goal of Veronica Waldrop when she wrote the children’s book titled The Nuff. Empower Girls  There are many girl empowerment topics including things like leadership, equality, and […]

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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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