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Why You Must Read Bridge of Clay

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

The Dunbar Boys: five brothers, young teens and young men, living on their own with only a mule named Achilles to watch over them. How did they get there and wh...

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Why You Should Read Eunice

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded the Special Olympics, but that wasn't the only accomplishment of this fascinating woman. Learn more about her!

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Favorite Books of 2018

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Favorite reads from 2018 are in, and it's a great list!

Book reviews/Favorite Authors

What Was Your Favorite Book of 2018?

Posted on December 8, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Tell me your favorite book from this year, and in return you will get a list of reading suggestions and the chance to win a B & N gift card! Spread the wor...

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How to Find a Great Book: Goodreads Choice Awards

Posted on November 24, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Looking for some great reads? Check out the Goodreads Choice Awards 2018. The books are chosen by other readers like us!

Book reviews

Why You Must Read The Handmaid’s Tale

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

This dystopian novel is disturbingly plausible... and a must read for our time.

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