As editor of a small regional magazine, I began following the sailing Sunderland family when Zac was nearing the end of his record-breaking trip circumnavigating the globe. It wasn’t long after he returned that word reached my desk that his sister, Abby, would be attempting her own record-breaking journey. After following Zac, and having had [...]
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Unsinkable
Oct 7
The Butterfly Effect
Sep 7
I was reluctant to accept for another Andy Andrews book for review because I’ve not found his previous work compelling. The title, The Butterfly Effect (How Your Life Matters), intrigued me. The butterfly effect theory simply stated says a butterfly can flap its wings and the resulting motion of air will cause other movements in [...]
Why We Write About Loss
Mar 29
Liz Allison and Cecil Murphey, authors of Words of Comfort for Times of Loss, tell us why they write about loss. On the morning of July 12, 1992, my husband, Davey, left home like any other morning—he kissed my forehead and hugged our kids.That afternoon I answered a knock at the door, sensing something wasn’t [...]
This discussion has ended. Want to talk about another book? Leave your suggestion on the Book Discussion page. Welcome to our book discussion of The Call of Zulina by Kay Marshall Strom. This book is the first in the Grace in Africa series. We will be using the questions in the book as we talk [...]
The Call of Zulina (Kay Marshall Strom) is not just a good story; it is thought-provoking and educational. It’s ripe for discussion, and that’s exactly what we’re going to do. Beginning Monday, February 1 we’ll begin talking about this book using the discussion questions included. The discussion will run ten weeks, one question per week. [...]
by Marley GibsonCo-authors of Christmas Miracles, from St. Martin’s Press I am extremely privileged to have the opportunity today to talk to my friend and co-author, Cecil “Cec” Murphey, and to chat about our upcoming book, Christmas Miracles.* Marley: Cec, thanks for spending some time with me today. Cec: Marley, it’s great that you could [...]
Jennifer Kennedy Dean is Executive director of The Praying Life Foundation and a respected author and speaker. She is the author of numerous books, studies, and magazine articles specializing in prayer and spiritual formation. Her book Heart’s Cry has been named National Day of Prayer’s signature book. You’ll find articles and daily quotes from Jennifer [...]
Author Kay Marshall Strom has two great loves: writing and helping others achieve their own writing potential. Kay has written thirty-six published books, numerous magazine articles, and two screenplays. While mostly a nonfiction writer, the first book of her historical novel trilogy Grace in Africa has met with acclaim. Kay speaks at seminars, retreats, writers’ [...]
The Noticer
Apr 28
I struggle with the right words to describe The Noticer by Andy Andrews from Thomas Nelson. Is it the beginning of a movement, or a good marketing plan? Is it a feel-good book, or a short story stretched to fill about 150 pages? Is it autobiographical, or just written to sound like it? I’m afraid [...]
Grand Opening
Dec 22
Blogs of Books is now open for reviews. Books of all stripes will be reviewed. I will always try to give an honest opinion to help you make the most of your book reading time. When possible, I’ll include a link to sample chapters or other excerpts. Disagree with my assessment? Say so. Has my [...]
