Cozy and Clever Books for Teens and Adults
During uncertain times, there’s something reassuring about a cozy book. But even better than a cozy book is a cozy, clever book . . .
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Home Library Management: Weed out the M.U.S.T.Y. titles!
NOTE: This post is an expansion of the previous post, “Analyzing the Situation.” If you feel like the MUSTY acronym is helpful for you or you would like advice about what to do with the books you remove from your collection, then read on! If you feel like you have a handle on it, you…
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Fantasy Books for Teen Girls: Keeper of the Lost Cities Read-Alikes
We have several fantasy book lists here on Redeemed Reader, but this list is especially for those who enjoy books like Keeper of the Lost Cities: a “fantasy books for teen girls” list, since teen girls* are the target audience of Keeper of the Lost Cities. If you haven’t read our thoughts on Keeper of…
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Honey for a Child’s Heart Read Along: Introductions
Welcome to month 1 of our Honey for a Child’s Heart Read Along! Not sure what we’re talking about? Find out more here. Normally, these discussions will be for members only, both Golden and Silver Key, but we’re sharing this with everyone this month to give you a sneak peek! Each month, some or all…
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Home Library Management: Analyze the Situation
Home Library Management is a mini-series based on a presentation I originally gave to a homeschool group when I was a professional librarian years ago. These are updated thoughts based on my current experience as a home librarian surrounded by five boys and lots of books. I’d love to hear your thoughts as we walk through…
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Labor Day: Books about Work
Readers: this is an adaptation of one of the first posts on Redeemed Reader, way back in 2011 (written by Emily Whitten, the “I” in the post below). The original post had more commentary but fewer recommended books; you can find the original post here. “Of course ‘successful careers’ are important, but I would suggest…
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Home Library Management: Where do I begin?
Home Library Management is a mini-series based on a presentation I originally gave to a homeschool group when I was a professional librarian years ago. These are updated thoughts based on my current experience as a home librarian surrounded by boys and overflowing bookshelves. I’d love to hear your thoughts as we walk through the library…
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Back Porch Book Chat: Mark Hunt (Author), Part 2
Back Porch Book Chat: A casual conversation about books. Our guest today is Mark Hunt.
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Back Porch Book Chat: Mark Hunt (Author), Part 1
Back Porch Book Chat: A casual conversation about books. Our guest today is Mark Hunt.
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Back Porch Book Chat: Meghan Cox Gurdon (Book Reviewer, Author)
Back Porch Book Chat: A casual conversation about books. Our guest today is Meghan Cox Gurdon
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