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Peter and the Starcatchers

Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson For those of you going through Harry Potter withdrawal, may I suggest Peter and the Starcatchers? This fast-moving adventure with a sense of humor takes us back to a time … Continue reading

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Jack Plank Tells Tales

Jack Plank Tells Tales by Natalie Babbitt Long-time favorite Natalie Babbitt (Tuck Everlasting) returns with this delightful collection, sure to be a hit. Cutting the microphone, Jack Plank is a retired pirate, looking for a new career. Every day, he … Continue reading

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Harry Potter and California Demon

No spoilers, I promise! Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling I read it. I enjoyed it. I’m currently listening to the audio book. I’ll be happy to discuss with anyone who’s interested, but don’t really feel like … Continue reading

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The No-Cry Discipline Solution

The No-Cry Discipline Solution by Elizabeth Pantley “No-cry” may sound radical, but this is a gentle and practical guide to parenting. Pantley starts out with a chapter devoted to parenting myths, such as, “If my kids don’t behave all the … Continue reading

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1-2-3 Magic

1-2-3 Magic by Thomas W. Phelan I am always suspicious of parenting books that say, “If our method doesn’t work for you, you’re not following the instructions correctly.” Different kids work very differently. At any rate, this is a punishment-based … Continue reading

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Charmed Knits

Charmed Knits: Projects for Fans of Harry Potter by Alison Hansel When I first saw this book advertised, I thought that I wasn’t really a big enough Harry Potter fan to want a book like this. Then I actually saw … Continue reading

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The Vegetarian Mother’s Cookbook

The Vegetarian Mother’s Cookbook by Cathe Olson This cookbook is full of yummy recipes aimed at the pregnant or nursing vegetarian mother. While that group may be small, the recipes are really good, with appeal well beyond the target audience. … Continue reading

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