There is: Hope for Widows (Marilyn Nutter)

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This is not the book anyone dreams of. Who in a happy relationship wants to face the death of a partner? And yet, of course, this is a part of life. Sadly, two friends of mine are currently in the early stages of figuring out this new identity.

The author of this book understands what it means to become a widow. Nutter knows that it is a change of immense magnitude. She tries to gently guide and offer support to the members of this (unwanted) club. 

The reflections in this book are divided into chapters. A few of these are titled Some Widows Say, Gratitude List, Spiraling, and The Presence of a Friend. Each chapter has a number of short entries. There are suggestions in them for building on the entries with reflections and thoughts. There are also a number of quotes about grief scattered through the pages.

Our Daily Bread is a religious publisher but I don’t think one has to be Christian to find some solace in these pages. Take a look at  this one for someone you know and sadly, perhaps for yourself one day.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Our Daily Bread Publishing for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pu date: 02 January 2024

The Cat Who Couldn’t Be Bothered (Jack Kurland)

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This is a children’s picture book about a cat who wants to do nothing. He turns down all invitations, even one to become a cat-stronaut. Finally, one animal tries to dig a little deeper. What is found out?

This is a book that is, I think, about empathy. One message is that it can be better not to be alone. I am curious to learn more about readers’ reaction to the final page.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 26 March 2024

Lenny Henry (Maria Isabel Sanchez Vergara)

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This is another good entry in the long running series that can always find a new little person with big dreams to profile. This time the spotlight turns to Lenny Henry. Humor has been a part of his life since childhood as is well demonstrated here. In addition to the ways in which humor helped Lenny both personally and professionally, the comedian founded Comic Relief, thereby helping many others.

This book is illustrated in a fun style. As always, there are additional facts at the back of the book.

Anyone collecting this series, will want to add Lenny Henry to their pile.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 06 February 2024

For young pony lovers: Posey’s Problem (Kathy Simmers)

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This is a very sweet book and one that I highly recommend for young riders who love their ponies. It would make a perfect gift for them.

Posey is a pony. She loves her rider and is dismayed when her little girl outgrows her. This story, told from Posey’s point of view, watches as Posey teaches new kids but misses her old ones. Young children will I think be sensitive to how Posey feels. They will also love the ending of the story.

The illustrations in this book are really special. Study the details. The illustrator knows horses and her gentle illustrations perfectly enhance the text.

Again, this would make a terrific gift for a horsey child. I loved it.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Bound to Happen Publishing for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 05 December 2023