OtherSpeak: 2020 Reading Challenge
“I like the idea of reading challenges, but the ones that I’ve seen just don’t quite fit for me. I don’t have a lot of time to read.” – Cristina Loewen
Literature
Five stories well worth reading
Two nonfiction + three novels = five captivating reads. At least for me. I can never guarantee you’ll like them, but they’re worth a shot.
Books for children in foster care
There is a dearth of books on foster care, particularly those written for children. Here is a list I’ve gathered of a few that our family has enjoyed.
Something for everyone: Book reviews from The Book Loft
My goal was to gather a collection in which every member of my family could find something to savor.
Growth and inspiration: a booklist for women
Here are some newer releases shared with me by friends: deep books for truth, joy, and healing.
Dark books that changed my mind
Perhaps dark books are an unwise choice for a woman who is walking her way out of grief. Or perhaps they are a safe place to know the truth without being undone by it.
What my adolescents are reading
These days, the books my three oldest children like to read are heading toward the depth and genres I’m interested in myself.
Three inspirational books for women
Here are three suggestions for the kind of books that a ladies’ group might study together. Each is worth reading and pondering!
Three new favorite books
Nonfiction books grow my understanding, inspirational books grow my habits, fiction books grow my joy. Here are three fiction titles I recommend.
Books about issues
Confession: I simply must recommend books more often. I now find myself with nearly a year’s worth of good reading I want to share. For today, let’s talk nonfiction: books highlighting current issues and recent stories. Interestingly enough, every book in this post was published since 2000, which leaves me feeling compelled to get the …