About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

You Are Loved - Scripture Writing Journal by Warner Press

I'm thrilled to have the chance to share this special collection from Warner Press!


You Are Loved - Scripture Writing Journal
ABOUT THE BOOK

In a noisy world where we’re constantly bombarded by negative messages, the You Are Loved Collection delivers a much-needed dose of encouragement and soul-affirming messages from God’s heart to yours. Beautiful floral images set the background for the 4x4 Scripture Card Set, featuring affirmations and scriptures from God’s Word for each week of the year. A matching Scripture Writing Journal complements the card set, with room to write scriptures and affirmations along with space to reflect and record daily thoughts. The You Are Loved Boxed Card Set features twelve cards with four different uplifting messages on elegant, floral backgrounds. A scripture is included inside each greeting card along with blank space for a personal message. Completing this collection is a lovely floral bookmark, which can be tucked into a card or journal for extra inspiration. 

FEATURES • 54 beautifully designed cards with affirming messages and scriptures. Wooden stand available. • 108-page Scripture Writing Journal features 52 scriptures and affirmations plus space to write scriptures, journal, and reflect each week • Matching bookmark • Matching boxed card set for encouraging others 









This journal and cards are two of the items that I was privileged to view in this special You Are Loved Scripture Writing Journal collection.  








There's a special purchase price that's being offered during April and May. You can get 30% OFF by using this code: BLOG30










They can be purchased here: https://www.warnerpress.org/you-are-loved



MY THOUGHTS.....

Did you ever study for a test by copying information that you think you need to remember? Have you tried to memorize a poem by writing it down on paper? It's a proven fact that there's a direct connection between your hand and your brain! Wouldn't it be nice to use this method for memorizing Bible scripture? Warner Press has the perfect products for you and I have been given the opportunity to preview two of them!

The 'You Are Loved Scripture Writing Journal' is a 108-page journal that is designed so that you can write suggested scriptures, thoughts, and reflections. One page is devoted to a motivational thought and the scripture that supports it, and the other page offers ample space for writing your thoughts.








I love that the pages are lined and there's plenty of room to write. 











There are also 52 beautiful cards that share scriptures and encouraging messages. These would be perfect to display so that you can see them daily but they're also small enough to carry in your purse! Wouldn't it be nice to always have notes of encouragement at your fingertips?








Look at these lovely cards. They match the cover of the journal and they're a perfect size to carry in your  purse!










Both of these are great resources for your Bible study and devotion time.  They would also be wonderful choices for Mother's Day, a birthday, or a "Thinking of You" gift for a special friend!

I received a complimentary copy but there was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars 


 

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Barbara’s Amish Truth Exposed (The Amish Women of Lawrence County, Book 4) by Tracy Fredrychowski

Barbara’s Amish Truth Exposed
ABOUT THE BOOK

Will this shame-filled believer ever allow God to heal her broken heart? Or will she carry the burden of her lie alone, permitting history to repeat itself?

Barbara Wagler is filled with shame over dishonoring her husband’s memory. While the young Amish woman is devastated after her husband of five years dies in a farming accident, she is left to raise their sons alone. When her first love, Joseph Wagler, returns to Willow Springs, can they bury the past, or will widower Roy Mullet from Sugarcreek stir up trouble in Barbara and her sister Susan’s life?

Still struggling to allow herself happiness, Barbara sets out on a journey to reveal the truth of her mistakes. But her honesty leads her to question God’s ultimate promises and her father’s sordid past.

Can this woman continue to lie to herself, or will she find the courage to boldly go to God and allow him to lead her on a path of deliverance?

Barbara’s Amish Truth Exposed is the inspirational fourth book in The Amish Women of Lawrence County series of women’s fiction novels. If you like spiritual explorations, real-life challenges of emotional bravery, and basking in God’s light, then you’ll adore Tracy Fredrychowski’s exploration of hope.




MY THOUGHTS.....

This author has a reputation for writing captivating Amish books but I believe that Barbara's Amish Truth Exposed may be her best yet! I was totally fascinated by this thought-provoking story that's filled with intriguing characters, untold secrets, and some heavy topics that you don't normally see in Amish fiction. Alcoholism, physical abuse, and marital infidelity are mentioned in a story that reminds us that Amish people aren't immune from pain and heartache. Author Tracy Fredrychowski doesn't sugarcoat these topics but she does remind us that all of these are forgivable acts.

This story has many deceptions that need to be revealed, numerous secrets needing to be unveiled, and multiple hurts that need healing, but it is still a tale that encourages and inspires. Fredrychowski shares many biblical truths in her engrossing book of hope, faith, and redemption. I highly recommend Barbara's Amish Truth Exposed!

I voluntarily accepted a copy from the author. There was no obligation for a favorable review. These are my own thoughts.


My rating: 5 of 5 stars 



ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tracy Fredrychowski is a country girl, author, homesteader and everything simple living. She has a passion for writing about the simpler side of life, much like the life she lived growing up in rural Pennsylvania.
Her life has always been intertwined with the Amish, and it’s only fitting that she has a genuine passion for their simplicity, sense of community and God-centered lives.
Growing up in Northwest Pennsylvania she spent her childhood immersed deep in Amish Country.  The clip-clop of horse and buggy woke her each morning as Amish men drove past her childhood home on their way to work. As a young woman, she was traumatized by an Amish murder that involved a family member and changed her life forever.
Even though she currently lives in South Carolina her travels take her through Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Wisconsin’s Amish Country every year. During those stops, she researches the communities she visits and prides herself on writing Amish fiction that truly represents the Amish culture. She considers herself very fortunate to have made friends in those communities and values the information they share and wants nothing more than to represent their lifestyle as accurately as possible.

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