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Rachel
My mother was the one who sparked my love of books. Long before school instruction, she sat me down and taught me to read. My childhood was filled with trips to the library and bookmobile to find great books. My first loves were The Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Pippi Longstocking series by Astrid Lingren. Now as a mom and speech pathologist, I am constantly looking for good, clean books to use at home and in therapy. I enjoy reading many different genres, but my favorites are usually historical fiction. I married my best friend, the “boy next door”, and we have a beautiful little girl who we often find sprawled out on the floor, flipping through picture books. Together our family likes to swim, run and play tennis. Besides reading, I also love to bake, garden and travel.

The Unwinding: An Inner History of the New America

The Unwinding offers readers an eye-opening view of America's past thirty years. In the book, author George Packer shares stories of famous figures (Joe Biden, Newt Gingrich, and Jay-Z to name a …
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Crocodile on the Sandbank

"Peabody, my darling Peabody -- what a perfectly splendid time we are going to have!" Crocodile on the Sandbank is the first novel in the Amelia Peabody historical mystery series. Set in 1880's, th…
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Elizabeth of York

In Alison Weir's latest book, Elizabeth of York, readers will be immersed in detail. Weir, a New York Times Bestselling author, covers every imaginable part of Elizabeth's life. This well-or…
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Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead

Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Sheryl Sandberg is one of the most talked about books of the year for good reason. As Facebook COO, Sandberg knows a thing or two about leadership and har…
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The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion

New York Times bestselling author Fannie Flagg brings laughter and tears with her latest novel, The All-Girl Filling Station. Flagg manages to keep the story cohesive and compelling despite alter…
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The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II

The Girls of Atomic City is a fascinating read. I suspect many readers (myself included) know little to nothing about Oak Ridge, Tennessee, so this well-written novel opened up a whole new world …
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Starry Night

Starry Night is the perfect read to usher in some holiday cheer! New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Debbie Macomber crafts a feel-good Christmas tale every year and calls this year's Nigh…
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Little House in the Big Woods

Little House in the Big Woods is the first book in the classic Little House on the Prairie series. Warm and inviting, author Laura Ingalls Wilder shares memories of her childhood living…
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Only Time Will Tell

Only Time Will Tell is the first novel in the Clifton Chronicles. Penned by best-selling English author Jeffrey Archer, the book follows young Harry Clifton as he grows from boy to man. Set in pre-Wor…
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Dinner with the Smileys

Dinner with the Smileys is a heartwarming read. When author Sarah Smiley's husband is deployed, she and her three young sons decide to fill the empty place at their table with weekly guests. These din…
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Revolutionary Summer: The Birth of American Independence

Revolutionary Summer details the first critical months of America's fight for independence. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Joseph J. Ellis analyzes both the political and military battles and explains …
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

"Never say 'no' to adventures. Always say 'yes,' otherwise you'll lead a very dull life." Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a fun and magical tale readers of all ages will enjoy. Written by James Bond cre…
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