Book Reviews

New Releases Print & E-Books Audiobooks Audio Programs For Children
A is for Awesome By Dallas Clayton An optimistic and upbeat alphabet of affirmations for children. Joy
Bumblebee Bike By Sandra Levins The journey of a young thief who sees the errors of his ways and decides to change. Justice
Elmer and the Whales By David McKee A feel-good picture book about two lucky elephants. Kindness
Boss No More … By Estelle Meens How a mother guides her bossy son through a rough patch at school where he is rejected by classmates. Nurturing
The Big Book of Slumber By Giovanna Zoboli Windows into the peaceful world of sleeping animals. Peace
Claude at the Beach By Alex T. Smith More playful and funny adventures of Claude and his good friend. Play
Picnic By John Burningham An interactive illustrated story about a patient party of five who endure a series of interruptions before having a pleasant picnic together. Play
Zoobots By Helaine Becker Fascinating explanations and pictures of 12 robots that look and perform like animals. Play
Churchill's Tale of Tails By Anca Sandu A touching tale about the importance of friendship and things you can learn while on a quest. Questing
Lately Lily By Micah Player The travels of a spunky, curious, and creative little girl. Questing
Two Little Birds By Mary Newell DePalma An edifying book about the challenges faced by two little plucky and resilient birds on their first migration journey. Questing
The Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger By Timothy Basil Ering A children's book about creating fearlessness by befriending the monsters of the night. Shadow
The Great Day By Taro Gomi A story that demonstrates how physical energy and emotional enthusiasm can create great days. Zeal
Balancing Heaven and Earth By Robert A. Johnson An extraordinary memoir recounting the paths taken on the author's spiritual journey through life. Teachers
This Flowing Toward Me By Marilyn Lacey A sensitive and engaging memoir of a sister who has spent 25 years working with refugees and international immigrants. Hospitality
My God and I By Lewis B. Smedes A captivating series of snapshots from the life and ministry of this unconventional teacher, preacher, and writer in the Christian Reformed tradition. Hope
Hand Wash Cold By Karen Maezen Miller A lyrically written meditation on everyday spirituality from a Zen priest, errant wife, delinquent mother, and expert laundress. Attention
Convictions By Marcus J. Borg A summing up by Macus J. Borg of his writings, teachings, concerns, and passions over the past 50 years. Faith
Spiritual Guidance Across Religions By John R. Mabry A valuable overview of the need for and practice of interfaith spiritual direction. Listening
A Private History of Awe By Scott Russell Sanders A poignant and beautifully written spiritual memoir that salutes awe and the remarkable ways it enriches and deepens life. Reverence