If someone whispered the words “secret literary society” in your ear, would you get the warm-fuzzies and follow their directions to the next meeting? If so, this book is for you. What is it about really long book titles that makes them so intriguing? I think my obsession started with Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible,… Continue reading Book Review: 5 Reasons You Should Read “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society”
Author: Rachel Dodge
Book List: My Top 5 favorite authors all grown up.
Just when you think you’ve read all of your favorite author’s books, you sometimes find a new gem. As you mature, books that didn’t interest you when you were younger suddenly become golden. It’s a glory-hallelujah kind of moment! Here are some gems by my favorite girlhood authors that I’ve discovered (or rediscovered and enjoyed more… Continue reading Book List: My Top 5 favorite authors all grown up.
Fatherly Types in Jane Austen’s Novels (and a Bonus Quiz)
In life, Jane Austen enjoyed a close relationship with her father. After his death, Austen wrote these words to her brother Francis: “His tenderness as a father, who can do justice to?” (Austen-Leigh 18). She refers to him as “an excellent Father” and writes of “the sweet, benevolent smile which always distinguished him” (144). But… Continue reading Fatherly Types in Jane Austen’s Novels (and a Bonus Quiz)
Book List: 5 New Books on my Summer TBR List
School’s out, and I’m ready for adventure. I’m going to go out of my comfort zone and try something new: I’m going to try a few new books! (And some of them were even written in the last 50 years!) Gulp. But which books? And can any new book be as good as my tried… Continue reading Book List: 5 New Books on my Summer TBR List
Book List: Confessions of a repeat book reader.
This week’s post is all about the books we love to read and re-read again. I’ll also share info about the free downloadable English Garden Summer Book Walk & Activity Guide I designed for your summer reading adventures. Okay, I admit it: I’m a repeat reader. While some readers prefer new books, I’m continually torn… Continue reading Book List: Confessions of a repeat book reader.
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Kindred Spirit Summer Read-Along Books
Kindred Spirit Summer Read-Along Books: June: The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery July: The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows August: A Girl of the Limberlost by Gene Stratton-Porter Join the Kindred Spirit Community: Kindred Spirit Book Club Facebook group: If you love to chat about favorite books with… Continue reading Kindred Spirit Summer Read-Along Books
It’s almost summer! What’s on your reading list?
The Kindred Spirit Book Club summer reading series starts next week! Are you getting excited? I sure am! I used my birthday gift card this week to buy a few of the books on my list, and I can’t wait for the box to arrive on my doorstep. (Who doesn’t love book mail?) This week’s… Continue reading It’s almost summer! What’s on your reading list?
One look says it all.
Can you show love with only a glance? Much of literature says, “yes!” Countless love stories, movies, poems, and songs all agree. But can we actually minister to someone with a look, a smile, or a glance? Can it really make a difference? According to Proverbs 15:30, it can. “A cheerful look brings joy to… Continue reading One look says it all.
Kindred Spirit Book Club: Summer Reading Series
Hello, fellow Kindred Spirit book lovers! I’m launching a summer book club and blog series starting June 4th, and I want you to be part of it! If you love reading, wish you read more, or want to be inspired to read great books this summer, then this series is for you. This summer book… Continue reading Kindred Spirit Book Club: Summer Reading Series