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Emma’s Sunflower

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge Emma's Sunflower by Phillipa Warden illustrated by Grace Ward Emma’s Sunflower is a sweet picture book story about nature’s wonders and personal patience. Emma witnesses the drama and beauty of life in her own backyard. The friendly goldfinches enjoy the sunflower seeds she put out for them in her bird feeder. But a nasty… Continue reading Emma’s Sunflower

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Silly Picture Books With Purpose

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge Chicks Don't Eat Candy!  by Kelly Tills Chicks Don’t Eat Candy by Kelly Tills You are in for a sweet treat. This little book is #5 in Kelly Tills’ Awesome Animals series, but this is my first. What a HOOT! Did you know that the delightful thing about chicks is that they do not… Continue reading Silly Picture Books With Purpose

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The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey  by Pat Black-Gould illustrated by Katya Royz  Purple Butterfly Press I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey, is a Holocaust story—one that probably happened frequently during those dark years. But unlike many Holocaust accounts, this story is told… Continue reading The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey

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The Eves

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge The Eves by Grace Sammons A story told by a master storyteller  You will need a box of tissues while reading this beautiful novel about forgiveness, love lost and gained, and truth. I was initially drawn to the setting of The Eves—the history of the Maryland shore, the majestic Chesapeake, and the bustle of… Continue reading The Eves

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Portrait of the SON book review

#Whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge I am trying my hand in writing book reviews. Writers are first readers. It is important to share book reviews so that fellow readers may be able to find their next great read. Thanks to  Deb from Deb’s World, Jo from And Anyways, Donna from Retirement Reflections and Sue from Women Living Well After 50 for… Continue reading Portrait of the SON book review