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    Do You Know Amelia Bedelia?

    September 17, 2016 /

      Unless you have school age children, you probably don't know her? But if you need a laugh then these are the books for you. I was first introduced to her by my oldest daughter who by the way Read more [...]

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  • Excerpts

    Hidden Trials Excerpt

    September 16, 2016 /

    She breathed a huge sigh. “We won’t be struggling like we are now. And maybe that’s why Emma is doing this. Maybe she sees it for what it is. I can appreciate that.” She blinked back more tears Read more [...]

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    Excerpt from The Crimson Tree

    September 15, 2016 /

    Carly tried to focus on what she could see rather than what she felt. The woman had long, silver-streaked black hair which fell loosely down her back. Small wrinkles near the corners of her eyes did Read more [...]

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  • Budget-Friendly Book Finds

    Free Journal from In Touch

    September 14, 2016 /

    This 90-day guided journal will help you cultivate a lifestyle of thankfulness. Walking with the Lord, you’ll learn how to be grateful in any circumstance. “You don’t give thanks when you feel like Read more [...]

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  • Budget-Friendly Book Finds

    Running On Empty

    September 13, 2016 /

    You Are Not Fueled by Coffee, Sleep, or Approval As women, ministry pushes us to moments of insufficiency, exposes our weaknesses, and tests our patience. Some days it feels like a little more sleep, Read more [...]

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  • New Releases

    Preorder Scripture Doodle

    September 13, 2016 /

    ScriptureDoodle: A Six-Week Devotional Experience may help you to discover the connection between Bible study, artistic expression, and worship! Exploring topics such as being generous, finding rest, Read more [...]

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