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Spotlight on Unraveled by Heidi McCahan

Follow the story of these two shattered hearts as they discover the beauty of grace and forgiveness. Unraveled by Heidi McCahan About this book: Blind-sided by her questionable fiance, Lauren Carter returns to the one place she’s been avoiding, […]

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The Shadow Year, book review

Five friends. An abandoned house. A secret they can’t bury. The Shadow Year by Hannah Richell About this book: Still grieving the death of her prematurely delivered infant, Lila finds a welcome distraction in renovating a country […]

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Chat with Viking novelist Heather Day Gilbert

“God’s Daughter was a fascinating read, with strong characters, complex relationships and a good dose of adventure. Most of all, I loved the intriguing glimpse into Viking history.” ~ Rachel Phifer, author of The Language […]

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Wildwood Creek, book review

With love and loss tangled together, how was she to know where her life would lead? Wildwood Creek by Lisa Wingate About this book: Allie Kirkland has always heard the call of her father’s unfinished destiny. When […]

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Raw Faith, book review

What happens when God picks a fight? Raw Faith by Kasey Van Norman About this book: As a respected Bible teacher, Kasey Van Norman had dedicated her life to sharing God’s Word and encouraging women to trust […]

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The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, book review

We are not quite novels. We are not quite short stories. In the end, we are collected works. The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin About this book: A. J. Fikry’s life is not at […]

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Dancing with Fireflies, book review & giveaway

Jade returns home to Chapel Springs after years of protecting her fragile heart. Then along comes Daniel, making her long to dance again. Dancing with Fireflies by Denise Hunter About this book: Creative and complicated, Jade McKinley felt like a […]

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It Had to Be You, book review & giveaway

Come home to the Christiansens’, where faith and family meet real life. It Had to Be You by Susan May Warren About this book: Eden Christiansen never imagined her role as her younger brother Owen’s cheerleader would […]

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Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening, book review

A true story of a unique friendship between two people who had nothing–and ultimately everything–in common. Mr. Owita’s Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart by […]

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Love Idol, book review

“Hi, I’m Jennifer. I know we’ve just met, but already…I want you to like me.” Love Idol: Letting go of your need for approval–and seeing yourself through God’s eyes by Jennifer Dukes Lee About this book: We all want […]

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