Monthly Archives: June, 2013
CWA Review: A Cause To Be Thankful by:Yolanda Shanks
About the Book:A Cause to Be ThankfulHave you ever considered how often we neglect expressing genuine gratitude?The Bible gives an account of how Jesus healed ten lepers.But only one returned to express thanks.Using the Biblical story of the ten lepers as a reference, A Cause to Be Thankful by Yolanda Shanks will unpack the Biblical model …
Review:A Wedding for Julia by:Vannetta Chapman
About the Book:A Wedding for Julia, the third book in a romantic series from popular author Vannetta Chapman, takes a last look at the Amish community of Pebble Creek and the kind, caring people there. As they face challenges from the English world, they come together to reach out to their non-Amish neighbors while still …
Review:The Outcast by:Jolina Petersheim
About the Book:Raised in an Old Order Mennonite community, Rachel Stoltzfus is a strong-willed single woman, content living apart from mainstream society until whispers stir the moment her belly swells with new life. Refusing to repent and name the partner in her sin, Rachel feels the wrath of the religious sect as she is shunned …
CFBA Review: Paige Torn by:Erynn Mangum
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingPaige TornThink (May 1, 2013) byErynn Mangum ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A few things about her: So, if we were having this conversation in person, we would probably be hanging out at Starbucks or one of the cute coffeehouses in town. I’m nuts about all things coffee, I’m crazy about …
Review:Reading Kingdom
A Little Bit About the Program…. (taken from the website) The Reading Kingdom teaches children 4-10 years old how to read and write to a third grade level. Before teaching your child to read, the program evaluates each child and places him or her at the appropriate level in the program. This means that the program …
CFBA Review:Pieces of the Heart by:Bonnie S. Calhoun
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingPieces of the HeartAbingdon Press (June 1, 2013) byBonnie S. Calhoun ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Bonnie S. Calhoun is Owner/Director of Christian Fiction Blog Alliance, owner/publisher of Christian Fiction Online Magazine, Northeast Zone Director for American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), the ACFW ‘2011 Mentor of the Year,” President of (CAN) …
Mosaics Review:The Classical Historian Ancient History Go Fish Game
Have you ever wanted a fun way to reenforce a certain subject? One that your kids would enjoy but is still affordable? Well the creators of The Classical Historian have got just the item for your kids to not only use but enjoy while learning more about history. I reviewed the Ancient History Go Fish …
Review:Sweet Mercy by:Ann Tatlock
About the Book:When Eve Marryat’s father is laid off from the Ford Motor Company in 1931, he is forced to support his family by leaving St. Paul, Minnesota, and moving back to his Ohio roots. Eve’s uncle Cyrus has invited the family to live and work at his Marryat Island Ballroom and Lodge.St. Paul seemed …
CFBA Review:Lock,Stock, and Over a Barrel by:Melody Carlson
This week, theChristian Fiction Blog Allianceis introducingLock, Stock and Over a BarrelB&H Publishing Group (April 30, 2013) byMelody Carlson ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Over the years, Melody Carlson has worn many hats, from pre-school teacher to youth counselor to political activist to senior editor. But most of all, she loves to write! Currently she freelances from …
Review:REIGN The Chronicles of Queen Jezebel by:Ginger Garrett
About the Book:Beyond the Drama, Her Heart Was RealFrom the moment her marriage to prince Ahab thrusts her into the intrigues of palace life, Jezebel’s exotic beauty opens doors and her will breaks down walls. Torn from her homeland and wed to power in a strange country, Jezebel vows to create a legacy and power …