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Now that it’s finally feeling like fall around here (down into the 60s instead of high 80s), I have been pulling all of the spooky books out from their hidey holes! One of the titles waiting for me was a debut novel, The Ghosts of Thorwald Place by Helen Power.

Is it time to add some fresh new books to your family’s bookshelf? Are you in need of quality resources to supplement distance learning? Maybe you’re starting on your holiday gift lists. You’ll want to check out these books from National Geographic kids; they are guaranteed to ignite imagination and bring the world to kids’ doorsteps.

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National Geographic Kids Books is giving one winner all 6 titles listed above (total ARV $108).  U.S. only please.

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I listened to the audio of this book. With 5 different characters switching back and forth, the audio helped to keep straight who was speaking. The narrators did a good job, so that helped to carry my rating from a 2 to a 3.

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Everyone deserves a BFF like Ann Stone — someone willing to cross the country and go into a sketchy situation for her.

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It’s been a big year for us, what with our daughter finishing up high school, and she has some understandable anxiety about the anticipation of college. I love finding small ways to encourage her and keep her inspired to push ahead. I can’t wait to give her The Horacio Printing Christian Dream Planner at Christmas. It’s the perfect way to greet a new year, with the message that “The best is yet to come!” (Get 10% off with code  2022ISMYYEAR)

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The summer of 2020 changed things for our family. My husband had an unexpected offer to move closer to the area where the kids and I were already commuting for work/school. It meant that we could be together as a family throughout the week, something we hadn’t been able to do for about 10 years. My husband was used to working 24/7 and could now take some time off in the evenings, weekends, and even the occasional vacation day. What a blessing! He started a major carpentry project that took over the living room and porch of our new home. We’re still in the thick of it, 8 months later. While it was charming and cute when he started the project, I’m ready for him to wrap up the bookshelves!

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During the Covid lockdown, my daughter and I learned how to crochet. We enjoyed many hours sitting side by side, creating simple projects such as a cat sweater (haha) and a small blanket for the dog. I love the peaceful repetition of crochet. It’s soothing yet productive. The Unlikely Yarn of the Dragon Lady centers on a group of knitters who put their skills to good use. It’s a God thing when their knitting becomes the open door to change.

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If you ever read inspirational books, you’ve probably heard of the bestselling author Levi Lusko. His new devotional Roar Like a Lion is a terrific new addition for your bookshelf. Order it for a gift or to add to your church library!

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It’s finally feeling like fall around here, and I LOVE it. The chill in the evening air gives me the perfect reason to scoop up a good book and soft blanket. Diann Mills is a pro at offering a twisty mystery. If you’re into clean reads with an edge, Trace of Doubt is a terrific book to add to your fall must-read list!

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If Paula Hawkins wrote it, sign me up. I have loved all 3 of her books. After I rated A Slow Fire Burning (4 stars), I checked to see what I rated In the Water (5 stars). I still think I prefer A Slow Fire Burning just a little bit more! I highly recommend the audiobook version which features the brilliant Rosamund Pike as the narrator. Thanks to Libro.fm for providing me with a copy!