Posts filed under Books

Audio Clip from Emily Giffin’s New Novel Where We Belong

Friday, June 29th, 2012
by Jennifer Moncayo

emily-giffin book Emily Giffin, a New York Times best-selling author of five novels, including Something Borrowed, is releasing a new book called Where We Belong on July 24. There is much anticipation for Giffin's new novel, which tells the story of a career-driven woman who is forced to re-evaluate her family... Read More >

Categories: Books, Giveaways

Punished for Purpose: A Memoir from a Former Foster Child

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012
by Celia Shatzman

burns-punished-hardcover If you’re looking for an inspiring story, don’t miss “The Teen Whisperer” in our August issue. After a rough childhood, Lauri Burns spent her teen years moving from one foster home to another and dabbling in drugs. Then she decided to turn her life around and eventually founded The Teen... Read More >

Categories: Books

The Homemade Home for Children

Friday, April 20th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

Homemade Home Cover I've looked at a lot of craft books over the years. Most are decent, with a smattering of projects I'd like to try. But then there are the few craft books that are so lovely to look at, so inspired, that it takes a while before I'm even willing... Read More >

Categories: Books, Crafts

Audio Books from any Device

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood

Audio Books from any Device I like to listen to audio books while I’m cleaning the house or doing mindless tasks like folding laundry or filing. I especially like to listen while walking. A good book engages my mind so that – before I know it – the laundry is folded, the house is clean, I’ve walked five... Read More >

Categories: Books, Family Tech with Christina, Technology

Tune In: The Backseat Book Club on NPR

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
by familycircle

The-Watsons-go-to-Birmingham1-150x120 Since car rides can equal torture for tweens forced to be a captive radio audience, why not let them listen to a program that’s both educational and entertaining? The Backseat Book Club, a new segment on NPR’s All Things Considered, is an interactive reading program geared towards kids ages 9 to 14, that celebrates... Read More >

Categories: Books, Family Life, Parenting Teens & Tweens