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The Latecomers by Rich Marcello

March 14, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
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If you’re looking for a great book to read this weekend, The Latecomers by Rich Marcello should be at the top of your list. If the author’s name sounds familiar, it’s because I have reviews another of his books (The Beauty of the Fall) before.   The Latecomers by Rich Marcello Maggie and Charlie Latecomer, […]

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How the Bunny Learned to Fly by Sean David Maday

March 8, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
How the Bunny Learned to Fly

How the Bunny Learned to Fly is an adorable book for Easter or springtime. I love books that rhyme especially when they combine rhyming with a great story and engaging pictures like How the Bunny Learned to Fly.  How the Bunny Learned to Fly One of the best ways to engage your child’s attention and […]

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10 Egg Decorating Books for Gorgeous Easter Eggs

February 26, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
10 Egg Decorating Books for Gorgeous Easter Eggs

Are you looking for egg decorating books? When I was little, egg decorating meant getting one of those boxes of Easter egg dye and turning a dozen eggs pastel. If I was really feeling adventurous, I’d use that little wax crayon to draw on the eggs first. I’ve experimented with homemade dyes and made some […]

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Books About Irish Hauntings You Need to Read

February 19, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
Books About Irish Hauntings You Need to Read

These books about Irish hauntings are a bit different than your traditional St. Patrick’s Day stories. But, if you’re one of those people that like movies like Leprechaun, you just might enjoy this collection of stories. Check out these spooky stories about Ireland.   Books About Irish Hauntings You Need to Read Here in the […]

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The Best Dystopian Love Stories to Curl Up With

February 13, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
The Best Dystopian Love Stories to Curl Up With

One of my favorite genres of books is dystopian fiction. I love reading about what might happen in the future if things fall apart or a catastrophe happens. Since Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, I’ve been searching for the best dystopian love stories to read.   The Best Dystopian Love Stories  The official […]

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The Innkeeper’s Sister by Linda Goodnight

February 1, 2020May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
The Innkeeper's Sister by Linda Goodnight Review

Check out my thoughts on The Innkeeper’s Sister by Linda Goodnight. If you enjoy romances, you’ll want to keep reading. It has been a totally crazy week this week with a lot of non-blogging stuff going on. I finally took an afternoon for myself and had lunch with my Mom and treated myself to a […]

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Princess Valentine Ideas for Little Girls to Celebrate

January 25, 2020January 16, 2021 ellen Leave a comment Books
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You are going to love these Princess Valentine ideas! Many little girls dream of being a princess whether that princess is Cinderella or Mulan. And, while you can find a number of cute printable Valentine’s Day cards with princesses, finding gifts can be a bit harder. We want our gifts to be welcomed and enjoyed […]

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Sherlock Holmes Mysteries Coloring Book for Adults

December 27, 2019May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
person coloring in a Sherlock Holmes mysteries coloring book

Did you know that there is a Sherlock Holmes Day every year on May 22? There is! And, January 9th is Sherlock Holmes Birthday! I love reading mysteries, so when I learned that there was a Sherlock Holmes mysteries coloring book, I couldn’t wait to check it out.  Sherlock Holmes Mysteries Coloring Book Have you […]

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In the Place Where There is No Darkness by K. M. Douglas

November 23, 2019September 7, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
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Have you read In the Place Where There is No Darkness by K. M. Douglas? Check out my thoughts on this book below. I am a huge fan of dystopian fiction. And, it’s one of my favorite genres to enjoy. I originally shared this book in 2014, but have updated the post to share again […]

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The History of the Snowman by Bob Eckstein

November 15, 2019May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
a girl building a snowman

The History of the Snowman is a fun look at the snowman throughout the ages in our country and others. If you are looking for the perfect book to curl up with in front of the fire, you’ve found it. The History of the Snowman Who made the first snowman? Who first came up with […]

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Ellen is a busy Vermont mom of a 22-year-old son and 27 year old daughter. She owns 5 blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes you should never be too busy to have fun. Email info@in-our-spare-time.com
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