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Mar 2, 2004

Past, Present and Beyond: Two Novels of Inquiry

A look at Bleachers by John Grisham and One True Thing by Anna Quindlen and how the past affects to the present.

Jan 1, 2004

Finding Our Place: Three Stories for Our Best Selves

Looking at a new year, we often set goals. These three narratives help to focus our efforts of becoming our best selves, despite obstacles.

Dec 3, 2003

Scrooge's Change of Heart: A Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Scrooge has a Christmas message for us--the possibility and power of personal transformation!

Oct 31, 2003

Let's Enjoy a Good Mystery

We all like a mystery. But have you ever thought of why? A discussion of favorite mysteries of the author.

Sep 30, 2003

Of Chaos and Junk: Finding Wisdom in Unlikely Places

From art to literature, this article discusses how understanding chaos enriches our lives, using lessons from Seven Life Lessons from Chaos

Jul 31, 2003

Cultivate a Love of Reading

Let's help children and adults learn to enjoy reading wholesome literature.

Jul 1, 2003

The Farming of Bones

This is a beautifully written and moving story about Haitian immigrants in 1937 Dominican Republic.

May 31, 2003

Great Minds and Ideas

Historian and philosopher Will Durant has assembled a thought-provoking collection of great thinkers, books and history.

Apr 30, 2003

Lessons of Betrayal, Courage and Survival from Two Alaskan Women

A discussion of Velma Wallis's novel Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival. The incredible survival of two women in a harsh wilderness leads to the salvation of their tribe.

Mar 31, 2003

A Life of Joy: The Books of James Herriot

James Herriot's books delight readers with his vivid depiction of life as an ordinary country vet.

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