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Read This: Such Good People

I loved Such Good People, a new book by Amy Blumenfeld. It’s a book about friendships, relationships, life, and how both our choices and our character are always a part of our stories. 

Read This: Such Good People

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Author AJ Frazier on Writing, Diverse Characters, and Mariel

What does it mean to delve deeply into your life to write a novel? How do you even start? How does an author write deep, diverse characters? 

Such were the questions that AJ Frazier worked through to write his new novel, Mariel

Author AJ Frazier on Writing, Diverse Characters, and Mariel

He answered them, and then some, in this fascinating thriller that encompasses extraordinarily complex themes in a new and interesting way.

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Read This: Paris Shopfronts

There is so much to discover in Paris that a lifetime isn't enough. And what to do, when we are far away and planning (or dreaming about) a trip? What to see, do, eat, buy? We need help (and inspiration).

Enter the most BEAUTIFUL and inspiring new bookParis Shopfronts, illustrated by Joel Holland, words by Vivian Song, foreword by Sarah Andelman

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Read This: Women's Crusader: Catharine Beecher's Untold Story

I've got such an interesting, important biography to share with you today. Women's Crusader: Catharine Beecher's Untold Story, by R. Lee Wilson, is an insightful look into the life of a woman I didn't even know existed.

Once I started reading, though, I was so very grateful that Wilson has brought Beecher to life for us. Her story is fascinating; Wilson's deep dive into primary source materials is extraordinary. This is a book about women's rights, women's education, and a very personal life and love story.

Read This: Table for 51: Lessons Learned from Sharing Meals Across America

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Feb 24, 2025 / 0 comments

I have the best book to share with you today! Shari Leid's new travel memoir, Table for 51: Lessons Learned from Sharing Meals Across America, published by Capucia Publishing, shares her incredible series of journeys across our country. It's also an inspiring call for us to reach out, connect, reflect, and grow. 

Read This: Table for 51: Lessons Learned from Sharing Meals Across America

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Can We Go to Lunch? Winning, Developing, & Mentoring the Heart of a Teenager

We are so excited to share a new book about mentoring teenagers with you. Can We Go to Lunch? Winning, Developing, & Mentoring the Heart of a Teenager is written by Kendra Berry & Kenya Sloan. Read on to learn more, including our author interview with Kendra...

Can We Go to Lunch? Winning, Developing, & Mentoring the Heart of a Teenager

Read This Extraordinary Book: The World Beneath

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Jan 20, 2025 / 0 comments

This lovely, fascinating, gorgeous new edition of The World Beneath: The Life and Times of Unknown Sea Creatures and Coral Reefs, written by Dr. Richard Smith and published by Apollo Publishers, is a must-read.

Read This Extraordinary Book: The World Beneath

Read This! The Detroit Lions: An Illustrated Timeline

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Jan 18, 2025 / 0 comments

I am so happy to share a funny, interesting, and (joyfully) timely book! The Detroit Lions: An Illustrated Timeline, written by Dave Birkett and published by Reedy Press, is an excellent read and visual treasure.

Read This! The Detroit Lions: An Illustrated History

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Read This: Why Shooting Stars Above is One of the Most Important Books You’ll Ever Read

One of our favorite writers, Patricia Leavy, is back with a novel that is one of the most important books you’ll ever read. Shooting Stars Above is one of those books that, once you start, you cannot put down (yes, 4am bedtime, but happy!). Shooting Stars Above will be released March 18, 2025.

Read This: Why Shooting Stars is One of the Most Important Books You’ll Ever Read

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Read This: Prompting Originality: The A.I. Handbook for Humans

As an educator and/or parent, you're probably wondering HOW to teach and work with AI. It isn't easy. The field is constantly changing, and student, parents, and educators don't know where to even start to learn about, utilize, and think about AI.

We all know that students will consider using AI to do their school work this year. And, if they do hit the ‘easy’ button, they’ll most likely be accepting mediocre content. Authentic, human-generated and creative content is becoming a luxury good. Teachers can tell the difference.

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