Discover the gripping true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer in The Faithful Spy by John Hendrix. This award-winning graphic novel blends faith, resistance, and stunning art to bring WWII history to life.
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Book Review: The Lady’s Mine
Looking for a clean Western romance with a strong heroine? Read my review of The Lady’s Mine by Francine Rivers—set in a gold rush town filled with danger, justice, and a hint of love.
Book Review: The Wild Robot Escapes
Is The Wild Robot Escapes a good read-aloud for kids? Discover how Peter Brown’s sequel blends adventure, emotion, and family themes—plus what to know before reading it aloud.
Book Review: Your Farm
Looking for the best board books for toddlers in 2025? Your Farm by Jon Klassen blends object naming with gentle humor and imagination—perfect for ages 1–5 and early readers.
Fun and Free Summer Activities for Kids: Printables, Book Picks, and Family Fun
Get ready for a fun and meaningful summer with your kids! Grab free printable resources like a Summer To-Do List and Family Fun Bingo, explore local library programs, and enjoy book recommendations for all ages. Plus, see where you can meet me in person this May!
Book Review: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
Looking for a thoughtful WWII historical fiction book club pick? The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society blends humor, heartbreak, and the power of books in a charming, letter-based novel.
Book Review: Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince
Wondering if Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is too intense for your kids? Read this thoughtful review from a family read-aloud perspective, with insights on age-appropriateness and themes.
Book Review: Go and Do Likewise!
Introduce kids to the wisdom of Jesus with Go and Do Likewise!—a beautifully illustrated picture book featuring parables like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. Perfect for ages 3–8.
Books, Stars & Storytime: How a Flat Tire Changed My Life
WOOSH! March just flew by us, at least it did for me. I hope you are ready for some family reading inspiration today! I had several storytimes in the Tulsa area this past month, and you can catch up with me in April here: April 5 @ Knight’s Nook (Storytime and...
A whisper, a shout… and 3 books to look at.
I have been working on booking storytimes and getting a fantastic program together to make these storytimes fun and engaging for young readers and their families. If you are in the Oklahoma region, I'd love to see you at one of my events. March 8 @ Book and Bloom...
January 2025: The Blacker the Night, The Brighter the Light
Do you know why I love books so much? Sometimes, when I need strength or encouragement to do something hard, I think about someone I read about in a book. They might have faced something harder than I had, but somehow they had done what was right in that situation,...