Of course, every book out there should make you think, right? Even if it’s a cookbook that asks you to contemplate your next meal or a best-selling suspense that makes you wonder, could this happen to you? Every book dares you to think differently while considering new points of view. If you’re like me, you […]
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6 Picks: Book Covers That Will Take Your Breath Away
I confess, book covers either draw me in or make me pause, especially when it comes to a purchase. While it’s the writing that counts, book covers invoke an emotional response. And we’ve all known those images that we return to time and again as they evoke a mood or a cherished memory, or because […]
6 Picks: Books that Support the Grieving Process
As I write this article, it’s been three weeks since my father passed away. I am grieving. And I know that I am not alone. This year, we have seen more loss than we could even imagine. It’s especially difficult to say goodbye when things decline quickly, and you are quarantined away. Since my family […]
6 Picks: Books With a Rainy Day Theme (Well, sort of…)
Sometimes, I just love the rain. I like to have an excuse to stay indoors and read, write, watch movies or just take a nap. I also love to get out and enjoy the rain, too! A summer rain is so inspiring and refreshing. We used to have a swimming pool and yes, we even swam […]
6 Picks: Books That Will Scare the Bejeebers Out of You!
We all like a good scare from time to time, but admittedly, I like the kind that I can switch off when I want. You know. You’re watching a haunting flick, the scene grows still, the ax is about to drop, and then suddenly…Yup, it’s time for popcorn. I’ll gladly grab the snacks. Just another […]