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You're My Little Sweet Pea | Book Review

I’ve reviewed a lot of children’s books, and some just stand out to me as quaint, precious, and adorable. “You’re My Little Sweet Pea” is one of those books. The art makes me think of my childhood—simplistic, sweet, and innocent. The colors are light and gives the book just a pleasant presentation.

The text makes me think of my relationship with my niece and nephew—just all of the lovely things that babies are and how they brighten our world. I like that the book could apply to any relationshi...

Better Together | Book Review

Better Together is a cute little coffee table book. Who doesn't like to see images of cute little animals together? This compilation is made even better by friendship quotes throughout the ages. These quotes are not exclusively Christian; some are taken from the Bible, but most of them are from famous people around the world. I appreciated how the quotes were categorized into Friendship, Unity & Togetherness, Love & Compassion, Respect, Peace & Harmony, Diversity, and Tr...

The Accident | Blog Tour

I am excited to be a part of my friend's new release tour. I read "The Accident" while it was in the editing process, so I can't give an updated review, but I loved what I saw "in the works!" It is cute, packs a nice little punch of a message, and is fun--I haven't read many epistolary writings, so it was new for me and I loved it.

Book DescriptionCan a wrong number bring true love or only heartache? 

Ashlyn Conner’s life is spiraling out of control. She's already lost her father, and now...

Let's Get Ready for Bed | Book Review

Whimsical illustrations draw the young reader into this book and leads him through a bedtime story as Sleepy Puppy readies himself for bed. Normal bedtime routine is followed such as brushing teeth, putting on pajamas, and saying a bedtime prayer. The solution to Puppy's sleeplessness is his friends joining him for a bedtime song, which then lulls Puppy to sleep. The bedtime song fits well with a traditional nursery rhyme song, so is easy to follow along.

It's not my favorite children's book....

"Finding Christmas Joy" is part of a Giveaway!

I know all of these authors in this fun five-EBOOK giveaway by Kaylee (her blog is here AND here!).


Enter the giveaway HERE.

Cozy, Snowy Cuddles | Book Review

My Review
Another adorable children's book by Tommy Nelson! I love this touch-and-feel. Sometimes, the touch-and-feel aspect of a book is all the same between the pages, but this one does a pretty good job having a soft yet different feel for each animal. The text is also very sweet. It can be read with rhythm, but the formatting makes it a little difficult (sometimes the last word of a cadence is on the next line). It's the perfect winter-time book about staying warm and cozy (just those word...

An Hour Unspent | Review and Giveaway

About the Book Once London’s top thief, Barclay Pearce has turned his back on his life of crime and now uses his skills for a nation at war. But not until he rescues a clockmaker’s daughter from a mugging does he begin to wonder what his future might hold.
Evelina Manning has constantly fought for independence but she certainly never meant for it to inspire her fiancé to end the engagement and enlist in the army. When the intriguing man who saved her returns to the Manning residence to study cl...

A Tale of Two Hearts | Review and Tour

You may recall my review of one of Michelle Griep's other books not too long ago. She is an author that I've enjoyed immensely this year, so when her new release came up, I was happy to jump on board!
About the BookLondon, 1853: Innkeeper’s daughter Mina Scott will do anything to escape the drudgery of her life, for there’s nothing more mundane than serving customers day after day. Every minute she can, she reads and dreams of someday becoming a real lady—and catch the eye of William Barlow, a...

Kingdom Single | Book Review

Books on singlehood intrigue me, as I’ve read my fair share of them in years past. Usually, I read single-women books written by women, so seeing this by Tony Evans doubly intrigued me.

The first half of the book was spot on with things that I could personally apply to my life. A lot of reminders for focusing on God and using single years to minister, not wait (or, worse, mope). It was different than many single books that I’ve read and I liked the difference. Instead of a “how-to-get-a-spouse...

Orphans of the West | Blog Tour

My author friend, Faith Blum, is releasing more books again! This time, she's concluding her Orphans of the West series.



About the BooksSing the Wondrous Storyan Orphans of the West novella

Jason was kicked out three years ago. His judgmental actions and decisions caused a rift and turmoil within his family, especially concerning his sister, Jessamine. Now God is leading him to return home—a home he isn’t certain he will be welcomed back to. The last three years has led to personal growth,...