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Free Book: Blowing on Dandelions

Do Dandelion Wishes Actually Come True?   Katherine Galloway knew this moment of calm wouldn’t last, blown away like the dandelion seeds she scattered as a girl. In 1880, three years…

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Getting Caught Reading a Banned Book: Why Censorship Has No Place on Our Bookshelves

As a reader, there is something almost thrilling about picking up a book that someone, somewhere, has tried to ban. It feels a little rebellious, a little daring, and a…

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For many people, remaining optimistic and feeling positive about themselves and their lives is a constant battle—especially when circumstances are difficult and life is hard. For others, negativity Read more [...]

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