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I wonder how many of us have or are reading this recently released book? I heard about it from my sister who discovered the audio books in her area had 900+ people waiting for it. Suddenly people in our reading groups were talking about it. The self-
The wait is finally over! Diane recently released the 5th book of The War Series. This book continues the story in to the 60s. Once again she has done a great job with historical fiction. Where were you during the 60s?
God is speaking to me as I read this story by Cathy Gohlke. Sharing what I read each week with our reading groups has resulted in interesting discussions.I highly recommend it.
Even though we are all busy right now with holiday preparations, parties, and special occasions, let's share what we are choosing to read in the gap times? Our Women's Ministry had Jodie Berndt speak at our annual women's Christmas gathering. We adde
Many of us are in churches that are focusing on making disciples. I just finished a book that has remarkably deepened my relationship with Jesus Christ. I will be purchasing a personal copy to experience a second time. Author Charles Martin wrote the
The second book in this series is now available by one of our Church Librarians Network members. Hardback is coming soon!
Well done, Karin!
Summer is now complete with the heat in most of our areas. So take a few minutes to share what you are reading during these hot summer days? Fiction? Non-Fiction?
I am just about finished reading the book Appalachian Song by Michelle Shocklee. I've r
The authors of historical fiction as well as other Christian Fiction genres receive wonderful emails from their readers. As many of you know, Diane Moody is my sister. She is a Christian Fiction author and member of the Church Librarians Network. Las
Yesterday, I checkout out one of Bodie and Brock Thoene books. I'm already hooked!
As we observe Memorial Day, let’s think about our church’s collection of war history. Which war history authors of fiction and non-fiction appeal to people who use the library? Are there specific books by these authors that you recommend?
We had a great response to Karin's question back in February. If you missed it, click here. Thought you would like to know more about this historical fiction trilogy. Book 1 is available as you see here. She hopes to have Book 2 available in a few mo
I've started reading biographies for awhile. Must say I am finding this book fascinating. I have read articles about Hannah More that were focused on her connection with Wilberforce. But there is much more to her journey. She and her sisters played h
Wow, a bunch of us are having a GREAT experience reading Charles Martin’s third book of his Murphy Shepherd series: The Record Keeper. I am assuming I am not the only one having many profound spiritual reading experiences while reading this book. Ear
From Paul Jackson
Psalms & Music Influences of the Psalms on Western Music
https://www.amazon.com/Psalms-Music-Influences-Western/dp/1602802734
Psalms & Music Influences of the Psalms on Western Music [Max Stern] on Amazon.com. ... Psalms have been s
Must admit, I continue to be hooked on Charles Martin books these days. Since football season is big with my family, I thoroughly enjoyed his book, A Life Intercepted. The main characters inspired me to think through my relationships. The depth of t
Our team is currently hooked on Charles Martin books. Just about all of us have now read his Murphy Shepherd series. We are thinking through a strategy to encourage all parents to read these two books. The story truly ramps up awareness of what is cu
Loved this story! I plan to add a prayer box to our library.
I am inspired by Tandi, the main character, who let God transform her life through the written prayers of Iola whom she did not think she met before.
Resiliency is powerful. May I let God
Jearldine Tolson asked me to post a recommended book:
The Last Orphan byJeffrey Lowder
- The Last Orphan is a wonderful historical fiction about the orphans who were rescued from a train during the Arkansas massacre in 1857. The story is about a searc
Thoroughly enjoyed Kate DiCamillo's book, Because of Winn-Dixie. Someone donated the original hard copy which is no longer available. First published in 2000. Newbery Award winner. Would love to see parents read this book with their children. The ta
