Since I gave you a cat story yesterday, let’s get to something real and have a story about a dog. (Sorry all you cat lovers out there.)   Lassie, a Christmas Story by Earl Hamner Jr. My rating: 5 of 5 stars I think I like this story as much as my nephew does. There’s […]

If your life is anything like mine right now, you need a short story to fit in somewhere because you aren’t sure when you can finish a longer one. Or perhaps you need something to read between practices at church.   The 12 Cats of Christmas by Perry Elisabeth Kirkpatrick My rating: 3 of 5 […]

Today’s book may be hard to find as I don’t think it’s in print any longer. (I wish it was!) But if you can find it, you’ll probably enjoy it.    Kaatje and the Christmas Compass by Alta Halverson Seymour My rating: 4 of 5 stars I loved Kaatje right from the start, even if […]

In memory of the United States’ entry into WWII, I’m going to share a collection of stories that take place during the 2nd World War.   Where Treetops Glisten: Three Stories of Heartwarming Courage and Christmas Romance During World War II by Tricia Goyer My rating: 4 of 5 stars I found it neat that […]

Merry 6th of December! Is your decorating done? Have you made any Christmas cookies yet? Have you read any Christmas books this season? If not, I have one for you.    Christmas Comes to Sunflower by Sarah Maxwell My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a nice addition to the Moody series. The children […]

I think it’s time to branch out into some longer books. Today’s book is one that still makes me smile (and think) though it was written for a younger age group. 🙂   The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson My rating: 3 of 5 stars 3.5 stars This is a story from my […]

I have another short story for you today. Sometimes when things are busy all you have time for is a short story.   For My Good by Sarah Holman My rating: 4 of 5 stars Though short, this story carried a powerful message of encouragement. I so wanted to befriend Janet and give her a […]

Happy 2nd of December! I have a sweet short story for you today. (It’s great if you are behind on your reading challenge.)   Red Boots by Kate Willis My rating: 4 of 5 stars A heartwarming Christmas story. I loved the feel of the old shop, and the description of Old Joey. A very […]