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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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Love, Brave, and Beautiful by Stacy McAnulty

January 24, 2019May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
Love, Brave, and Beautiful by Stacy McAnulty

It’s almost Valentine’s Day so it’s the perfect time for these books by Stacy McAnulty! Stacy McAnulty is a children’s book author, who used to be a mechanical engineer, who’s also qualified to be a dog therapist (is that a thing???), a correspondent for The Daily Show (why not), and a Green Bay Packer coach […]

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Praise Her Praise Diana by Anne Rothman-Hicks

December 26, 2018April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Praise Her, Praise Diana by Anne Rothman-Hicks

Looking for a new book to read? It’s time to curl up by the woodstove with Praise Her Praise Diana by Anne Rothman-Hicks. Jane Larson’s new client has written a novel in which the main character is a woman who seeks vengeance for a horrific rape by seducing men and then killing and castrating them. […]

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Merry Stirring Mice by Cynthia Dreeman Meyer

December 13, 2018October 24, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books

Looking for a fun Christmas book? Check out Merry Stirring Mice by Cynthia Dreeman Meyer. Find out what really goes on the night before Christmas in this delightful turnaround on the claim, “not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” Watch Mama Mouse and Papa Mouse show their kids, Max and Molly, how to […]

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Holiday Gift Ideas from National Geographic Kids Books

November 26, 2018April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Holiday Gift Ideas from National Geographic Kids Books

If your kids love to read as much as mine, check out these fun holiday gift ideas from National Geographic Kids Books. Books make the best gifts — a thoughtfully selected book will hold a child’s interest long after the new toys have been tossed aside. National Geographic Kids Books is featuring EIGHT new titles […]

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National Geographic Kids Weird But True Books

November 14, 2018October 31, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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Have you ever read the National Geographic Kids Weird But True books? If you or your child are fans of those weird facts that are true, you need to check out these books.  Weird But True Books Here’s a very weird — but completely true! — fact…. 99% of people can’t lick their elbows — […]

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Illustrated Faith Bible Journaling with Ellie Claire

November 12, 2018April 17, 2025 ellen Leave a comment Books
Illustrated Faith Bible Journaling with Ellie Claire

Have you ever tried illustrated faith Bible journaling? I journal for a lot of reasons. Sometimes, journaling helps with my stress level. Other times, journaling is a wonderful way to encourage creativity. With the Ellie Claire journals, journaling combines both of these in a way that helps me grow my faith.   Illustrated Faith Bible […]

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Help Provide Books to Children in Need with Zulily.com

November 3, 2018May 23, 2020 ellen Leave a comment Books
Help Provide Books to Children in Need with Zulily.com

Please read to the end to find out how you can help provide books to children in need. Both of my children have always loved to read and thankfully, we always had access to a great selection of books for them. But, not all children are as lucky and you can help change that. Help […]

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The Lost Children of Andromeda: Zosma by Jason Michael Primrose

October 30, 2018February 5, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books

If you enjoy science fiction, check out The Lost Children of Andromeda: Zosma by Jason Michael Primrose and scroll down for your chance to win one of five paperback books! Zosma by Jason Michael Primrose Zosma is a powerful, pre-apocalyptic science fiction story exploring themes of truth, resilience, and diversity. Zosma opens the series on […]

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Christmas Fiction: Bustles & Bells and Mistletoe & Mayhem

October 29, 2018April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Bustles & Bells and Mistletoe & Mayhem: Christmas Fiction

Get ready for a fabulous holiday season with two special, limited-time Christmas fiction collections. Get Mistletoe and Mayhem for paranormal and urban fantasy holiday tales with a touch of merry mayhem, and pick up Bustles and Bells for the Yuletide magic of a steampunk world! Christmas Fiction Join New York Times, USA Today, and bestselling […]

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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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