The truth is that if we choose to be vulnerable and allow others in, much less love others, we will experience pain. Especially when someone we love dearly dies. Winkle has written a must-read for anyone, particularly women who have experienced a profound loss. Writing about the loss of her mother does not limit the … Continue reading To Walk In The World: Twin Tales of Inception by Winnie Winkle
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Geckos and Guns: The Pakistan Years By Sharon Bazant
This is a fascinating memoir of a family’s time in Pakistan. The family was a nuclear family: father, mother, sister, brother. They decided they needed more adventure in their life, so in 1991, they left the Canada and moved to Pakistan. Without the umbrella of being employed by the government, they did it all on … Continue reading Geckos and Guns: The Pakistan Years By Sharon Bazant
(Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike by Chris Atkin
I am not athletic. I would probably never ride a bike across the town in which I live, much less across the bottom half of a country, however I totally enjoyed Atkins book. He is totally correct: It is not about the bike. It is about the journey, the variety of people, learning … Continue reading (Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike by Chris Atkin
An Airline Pilot’s Life by Chris Manno
Winner of the North Texas Book Festival Adult Non-Fiction Award for 2020! Ok, I am gonna be honest, I never thought I would read a book about the life of an Airline Pilot. I am not a fan of flying; mind you, I am much better now but still, I am always amazed at those … Continue reading An Airline Pilot’s Life by Chris Manno
Our Teenage Years: Growing Up in a Small Town in the ’80s by T J Wray
Childhood is hard enough without having anything different or unique about your experience. When you add your parents getting an awful divorce, moving frequently from town to town, and personal bad choices, life is even more challenging. It is not surprising that many will be able to relate to this story because the truth is, … Continue reading Our Teenage Years: Growing Up in a Small Town in the ’80s by T J Wray
January River by Bernard Jan
This is the story of Ethan. The story begins in his early years and follows him through the majority of his life. Ethan grew up in a small town, had a great home life, was extremely close to his older brother Will, had very good friends, and an amazing dog. For the most part, it … Continue reading January River by Bernard Jan
Ordinary Hazards by Nikki Grimes
Ordinary Hazards is a memoir written in prose. It is beautifully written and easy to read. Nikki reflects on her past as a child of a schizophrenic mother, moving to various foster homes, and discovering who she is amongst the upheaval in her life. I found strength, compassion and even joy within the pages of … Continue reading Ordinary Hazards by Nikki Grimes
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