Hi! I'm Carolyn. If you're like me, you want to give your child the best books, books that will inspire laughter and touch their hearts.
But not every kid is the same, and you don't have time to read all the books.
That's why I'm here to help you find the right book for your child.
I'm also an author myself! You can learn more about my books at my Author Site.
Beneath the Swirling Sky is the award-winning first book of The Restorationists, a series about friendship, calling, and the power of art.
Book three, Beyond the Far Horizon, releases September 9, 2025 from Waterbrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
Outlaws of Time: The Legend of Sam Miracle Review
Have you ever wished you could have a do-over? That's exactly what Sam Miracle in N.D. Wilson's Outlaws of Time: The Legend of Sam Miracle gets, but with much higher stakes: life or death for himself, his sister, and possibly millions of other people. And every time,...
Old Books for Girls of Today
I love old books. I was an English major, after all, so reading a book that's 100 years old appeals to me. However, we shouldn't fall into the trap of allowing our kids to only read old books. Past generations have had their own faults, and I believe we should...
Reverso Poems of Marilyn Singer
What do you think of when you think of poetry? Maybe rhythm and rhyme? Maybe free verse? Maybe limerick or haiku? All of these are poetry, but there are also plenty more forms of poetry you may not be familiar with. Let me introduce you to one I think you and your...
Don’t Miss This Chance
I'm breaking from my usual posting schedule because I just have to share something with you before it's too late. If you haven't heard, Andrew Peterson has teamed up with some talented people to create a short pilot episode for his The Wingfeather Saga books. Let me...
Picture Books About Spring
Spring has sprung! Here in Texas, spring means bluebonnets. But since spring looks a little different in different places, picture books about spring can be a great way to introduce the concept to kids. Here are a few of my favorite picture books about spring... When...
100 Cupboards Series by ND Wilson
I just re-read one of my favorite juvenile fiction series so I could share it with you. It was just as good the second time around (maybe better). The 100 Cupboards Series by N.D. Wilson (100 Cupboards, Dandelion Fire, and The Chestnut King) is the story of Henry, an...
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