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11 Thanksgiving Cozy Mysteries to Enjoy Today

November 9, 2019July 16, 2022 ellen 6 Comments Books
a woman reading in a library

I love cozy mysteries so with Thanksgiving only a month or so away, I have been searching for some fun Thanksgiving cozy mysteries to read. If you aren’t familiar with the term, a cozy mystery is a subcategory of crime fiction where the sex and violence are downplayed and the crime and investigation take place […]

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Books About Fall for Your Toddler to Enjoy Today

September 30, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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I love fall and it’s all about beautiful fall leaves right now. If you’re looking for a few books about fall for your toddler or early reader, I’ve collected a few of my favorites for you to check out. Pack up a picnic lunch and head off for on an adventure with your child. You’ll […]

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Explorer Academy Book Series for Pre-Teens

July 11, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Explorer Academy Book Series

Have you heard about the Explorer Academy book series? If you have kids that are interested in space adventures or action-packed adventures, keep reading for my thoughts on this new series by National Geographic. Explorer Academy Book Series So, the Explorer Academy Book Series is a collection of books intended for pre-teens or tweens. National […]

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Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper (Dystopian)

June 6, 2019December 2, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper a Dystopian Series

Have you read Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper? I am a huge fan of dystopian fiction. And, this is a fantastic young adult story. Keep reading for more information about the book and my thoughts. Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper is the sequel (Book 2) to Glistening Haven. This entire […]

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How to Help Your Child Love Reading

May 29, 2019January 16, 2024 ellen Leave a comment Books
How to help your child love reading this summer

Have you ever wondered how to help your child love reading? My daughter loved to read and would eagerly read just about any book that she received. She was excited to have new books to read at school and looked forward to learning about new authors.    How to Help Your Child Love Reading This […]

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20 Easy Kids Cooking Recipes Everyone Will Love

May 22, 2019January 19, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
20 Easy Kids Cooking Recipes Your Family with Love

If you’re looking for easy kids cooking recipes, keep reading because I have some ideas for you. Every child should know how to cook by the time they are 10 or 12. Of course, a younger child will need to be supervised around knives and things that get hot. But, cooking is a skill everyone […]

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Exceptional You by Victoria Osteen

April 13, 2019October 1, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Exceptional You by Victoria Osteen NYT Bestselling Author

So, I’ve been reading Exceptional You by Victoria Osteen, and I’m really enjoying it. So, keep reading to learn more about this inspiring book that encourages you to live an empowered and intentional life. Exceptional You Become the exceptional person God has called you to be with these seven practices for living a fulfilled and […]

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Law and Addiction by Mike Papantonio

April 8, 2019July 2, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Books
Legal Thriller: Law and Addiction by Mike Papantonio

I love a good legal thriller! I spent a good part of this past weekend reading Law and Addiction by Mike Papantonio. It’s a story about the opioid crisis in our country. Legal Thriller: Law and Addiction One week before his law school graduation, Jake Rutledge is shattered. His fraternal twin, Blake, has died of […]

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The Girl He Used to Know by Tracey Garvis Graves

March 10, 2019July 23, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
The Girl He Used to Know by Tracey Garvis Graves

The Girl He Used to Know by Tracey Garvis Graves is available for purchase on April 2nd! If you enjoy touching love stories, keep reading to learn more about this new book by New York Times bestselling author, Tracey Garvis Graves! The Girl He Used to Know Annika (rhymes with Monica) Rose is an English […]

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Hoo Hoo Who? written and illustrated by Mary Maier

February 8, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books

I’m so excited that I get to share a special giveaway of Hoo Hoo Who? written and illustrated by Mary Maier. If you have a little one that has a speech or language delay or autism, you’ll want to keep reading! Hoo Hoo Who? You’re Invited! Mouse’s Surprise Party is today, but Owl’s glasses are […]

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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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