Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, author of the bestselling new Penguin Press title The Daughters of Kobani: A Story of Rebellion, Courage, and Justice. Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, congratulations on the publication of … [Read more...] about The Daughters of Kobani: In Conversation with Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
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The Father
While the cast listing of THE FATHER only includes six characters, the viewer of this Florian Zeller film based on a play by the same title will quickly sense that more players inhabit the story. The viewer may also feel confusion, disorientation, a loss of perception, and an inability to make sense … [Read more...] about The Father
The House That Rob Built
When I was a young girl, no one ever told me that I could be an athlete. My mom dutifully enrolled me in dance classes and Camp Fire Girls. I had an elementary school teacher once tell me in PE class that I ran more slowly than a turtle. By the time I played on my first organized sports … [Read more...] about The House That Rob Built
God Saw That It Was Good
I have the blessing of seeing lots of new books cross my desk. It's rare that something surprises me as much as the delightful new work God Saw That It Was Good: A Safari Through Salvation History by Brant Law and coming soon from Paraclete Press. Today, I'm happy to share my recent email … [Read more...] about God Saw That It Was Good
Bobbi Jo: Under the Influence
Having had exposure to lives impacted by addiction, my radar is always up for resources that can help not only those who personally struggle with addiction but also those who love them. When I recently sat and screened Bobbi Jo: Under the Influence, I knew immediately that this was a project I … [Read more...] about Bobbi Jo: Under the Influence
The Thief Who Stole Heaven
New for this Lenten season in full-color hardcover is The Thief Who Stole Heaven, the second in a new "Legend" series from Sophia Institute Press. Written by author Raymond Arroyo, whose inaugural "Legend" book The Spider Who Saved Christmas hit the New York Times bestseller list before Christmas, … [Read more...] about The Thief Who Stole Heaven